A Toddler's Temperature Is 101

question 23

Short Answer

A toddler's temperature is 101.5° F (38.6° C)axillary.The physician has ordered acetaminophen 10 mg/kg every 4 to 6 hours.The child weighs 22 lb.The bottle of acetaminophen available is a suspension (160 mg/5 mL).______
How much should the nurse administer? Round to the nearest milliliter.

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