NCLEX Practice · Dosage Calculations
NCLEX Question: A medication is prescribed at a dosage of 0.05 mg/kg…
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A medication is prescribed at a dosage of 0.05 mg/kg every 6 hours. The patient weighs 90 kg. How many milligrams should the nurse administer per dose?
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