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