Calculate the safe dosage ranges for the pediatric patient.

Doctor orders an IV drip of Dopamine for a child that weighs 78 lbs.  The safe dosage range for this medication is 5-20 mcg/kg/min.  What is the safe dosage range for this child?

A.  Calculate weight in kg.

78 lbs  x  1 kg  / 2.2 lbs. = 35.45 kg

B.  Calculate minimum.

5 mcg/kg/min  x   35.45 kg =  177.3 mcg/min  

C.  Calculate maximum.    

20 mcg/kg/min   x 35.45 kg  = 709 mcg/min


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  • Last Updated Mar 24, 2026
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  • Answered By Tamiko Kemp

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