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Problem about prescribing cefuroxime sodium


Question: The primary healthcare provider prescribes cefuroxime sodium (Zinacef) 250 mg intravenous piggyback (IVPB) every 8 hours. The child weighs 25 pounds(lbs). The safe dose is 50-100 mg/kg/day in 3 divided doses. Is this dose safe? Circle YES or NO but show your work. a. What is the minimum safe dose in milligrams per dose (mg/dose)? b. What is the maximum safe dose in milligrams per dose (mg/dose)? c. Is the dose prescribed by the primary healthcare provider safe? Need Assignment Help?

 

 

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