An 88-pound boy has a severe allergic reaction to a test allergen that has been administered. Which dosage of subcutaneous epinephrine would be appropriate for him?

Respuesta :

Answer:

0.4 mg

Explanation:

The boy has a weight of 88 pounds or 40 kg. The dosage of epinephrine is 0.01 mg/kg. Then, for a child who weighs 40 kg, the nurse must give 0.4 mg to the boy.

Answer:

0.3mg

Explanation:

Standard dosage of epinephrine is stated according to body weight .

A person with 66pounds or more takes 0.3mg

A person with 33 pounds to 66pounds takes 0.15mg.

An 88 pounds boy falls within the the range of 0.3mg.