Is the dosage ordered for this child appropriate

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*There are 2 parts to this question* Order received for Kantrex 34 mg IV every 8 hours for an infant who weighs 7 pounds 8 ounces. The recommended dosage for adults and children is 15 mg/kg/day in 2 or 3 divided doses, not to exceed 1.5 g per day. Is the dosage ordered for this child appropriate?

1. Available is Kantrex solution for injection 75 mL per 2 mL. If the above ordered dosage is appropriate, how many mL will you administer per dose? If the order is not appropriate, what is your next action?

2. Your order reads Zosyn 4.5 g om 100 mL of D5W over 1 hours. You have a microdropper tubing set. How many gtt/min will you administer?

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