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Albuterol 1.2mg po TID is ordered for a child weighing 27 lbs. The package insert

states the safe dose for children is no more than 0.3mg/kg/24 hours in 3 divided
doses. Available is albuterol syrup 2mg/mL. Determine the following:

Is the dosage safe

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Answer:

The package insert states the safe dose for children is no more than 0.3mg/kg/24 hours in 3 divided doses. Available is albuterol syrup 2mg/mL.

Step-by-step explanation:

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