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A 20 kg pediatric patient needs ampicillin 50 mg/kg/day every 6 hours. What is the correct single dose?

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Correct Incorrect 50 mg/kg/day × 20 kg = 1000 mg/day ÷ 4 doses = 250 mg per dose.

A 20 kg pediatric patient needs ampicillin 50 mg/kg/day every 6 hours. What is the correct single dose?

  • 150 mg
  • 100 mg
  • 250 mg
  • 200 mg
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