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Child weighing 44 pounds, prescribed acetaminophen 10 mg/kg/dose, available as 120 mg/5 mL.


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A nurse is preparing to administer acetaminophen 10 mg/kg/dose to a child who weighs 44 pounds. The amount available is acetaminophen 120 mg/5 mL. How many ml should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)

Correct Answer: A

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Answer: A


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1. Convert the child's weight from pounds to kilograms: 44 lbs / 2.2 = 20 kg.
2. Calculate the dose based on weight: 10 mg/kg x 20 kg = 200 mg.
3. Determine the volume needed: 200 mg / 120 mg/5 mL = 8.33 mL, rounded to 8.3 mL.

Summary:
- B, C, D, E, F, G: These choices do not follow the correct calculation process or do not consider the weight-to-dose ratio accurately.

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