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The primary healthcare provider (PHCP) prescribes amoxicillin 80 mg/kg/day to be given in two divided doses. The infant weighs 8.72 kg (19.18 Ibs). The label of the medication reads 250 mg/mL of amoxicillin. How many mL of amoxicillin should the nurse administer for one dose? Fill in the blank. Record your answer using 1 decimal place.

Correct Answer: 1.4 mL

Rationale: Calculate daily dose: 80 mg/kg × 8.72 kg = 697.6 mg. Per dose: 697.6 mg ÷ 2 = 348.8 mg. Convert: 348.8 mg ÷ 250 mg/mL = 1.3952 mL, rounded to 1.4 mL.

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