What is the formula for calculating the pediatric dosage of a medication based on the child’s weight and the prescribed dose per kg?
A. Pediatric dose = (Child’s weight in g) x (Prescribed dose per kg)
B. Pediatric dose = (Child’s age in years) x (Prescribed dose per kg)
C. Pediatric dose = (Child’s weight in kg) x (Prescribed dose per kg)
D. Pediatric dose = (Child’s weight in lbs) x (Prescribed dose per kg)
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If the IV infusion set delivers 15 drops per ml, and the prescribed IV flow rate is 60 ml/hour, how many drops per minute should be administered?
A. 30 drops/minute
B. 15 drops/minute
C. 20 drops/minute
D. 45 drops/minute
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