Question

Ganciclovir is used to treat cytomegalovirus, a deadly viral infection common in immunocompromised patients. The doctor places an order for a dose of 2.5 mg/kg of body weight. What dose will the nurse administer for a 141 lb patient?
A. 160 mg
B. 56.4 mg
C. 352 mg
D. 124 mg

Answer 1

Answer:

A.160mgs

Explanation:

First you convert the lbs to kgs, 141lbs=63.957kgs

then you divide 63.957kgs by 2.5 which is 159.89

round up to 160, 160mgs is the correct dosage.