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Dosage CalculationsAfter completing this chapter, youshould be able to: Solve one-step pharmaceuticaldosage Calculations . Set up a series of ratios andproportions to solve a singledosage calculation . Determine what informationyou will need to solve for, inaddition to any giveninformation, to properlycalculate dosages. Convert pediatric weights frompounds to kilograms. Accurately determine dosagesbased on mg/kg/day. Define common sig (signa)codes used on dosing of medications is important to ensure patientsafety. Calculating dosages, Dosage regimens, andcompounding formulas involves the use of simple mathprinciples.
4 Chapter Five Dosage Calculations Let’s look at the information that has been provided: tsp po—the dose qd—the frequency 4 oz—the quantity dispensed Prozac® Solution 20 mg/5 mL—the drug name and strength 120 mL—the quantity of the stock bottle
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