Answer:
A basic formula, solving for x, guides us in the setting up of an equation: D/H x Q = x, or Desired dose (amount) = ordered Dose amount/amount on Hand x Quantity
Step-by-step explanation:
Medications are available in multiple concentrations, therefore orders written in "mL" rather than "mg" are not acceptable and require further clarification.
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Example 2.
Step 1. Calculate the dose in mg: 18 kg × 100 mg/kg/day = 1800 mg/day
Step 2. Divide the dose by the frequency: 1800 mg/day ÷ 1 (daily) = 1800 mg/dose
