Final answer:
Without a specific prescribed dose per kilogram, we can't provide the exact amount of prednisone for Maya. For a hypothetical prescribed dose of 2mg/kg, for a 20kg weight, the correct dose would be 13.33ml based on the concentration 5ml/15mg, but the actual dose must come from a healthcare professional.
Step-by-step explanation:
To calculate the correct dose of prednisone for Maya who weighs 20kg, given that the dose concentration is 5ml/15mg, we first need the dosage prescribed by a doctor which is typically based on weight for a pediatric patient. In the absence of a specific doctor's prescription in the question, we cannot determine the precise amount of prednisone Maya should receive. However, if we had the prescribed dosage per kilogram, let's say if the doctor prescribed 2mg/kg, we would calculate the appropriate dose as follows:
- Calculate the total dosage in milligrams (mg) by multiplying Maya's weight by the prescribed dose per kilogram: 20kg * 2mg/kg = 40mg.
- Next, determine how many milliliters (ml) correspond to the required 40mg dose using the dose concentration: (40mg / 15mg) * 5ml = 13.33ml.
So, the correct dose of prednisone for Maya if she's to receive 2mg/kg would be 13.33ml. It's important to remember that the actual dose must be prescribed by a healthcare professional.