This problem will have 4 answers. The physician orders Ancef 400mg IV every 8 hours for a child weighing 44 lbs. You have on hand Ancef 330 mg/mL. The recommended daily IV dosage for a child is 75 mg/kg/day.

1. What is the child's weight in kg? 

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The physician orders Ancef 400mg IV every 8 hours for a child weighing 44 lbs. You have on hand Ancef 330 mg/mL. The recommended daily IV dosage for a child is 75 mg/kg/day.

What is the safe and single dose for this child?

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