Calculate the Correct Dose for a 175 lb Patient

What is the correct dose in grams for a 175 lb patient?

How can we determine the correct dosage based on the weight of the patient?

The correct dose for a 175 lb patient would be approximately 0.48602 grams.

To calculate the correct dose in grams, we need to consider the weight of the patient and perform a unit conversion.

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Firstly, we need to convert the weight of the patient from pounds to kilograms. The weight of the patient is 175 lb. To convert this to kilograms, we use the conversion factor 1 kg = 2.205 lb.

175 lb * (1 kg / 2.205 lb) = 79.37 kg (rounded to two decimal places)

Next, we calculate the correct dose in grams by multiplying the patient's weight (79.37 kg) by the given dosage of 6.13 mg/kg.

79.37 kg * 6.13 mg/kg = 486.02 mg

Finally, we convert the dose from milligrams (mg) to grams (g) by dividing by 1000.

486.02 mg / 1000 = 0.48602 g (rounded to five decimal places)

Therefore, the correct dose for a 175 lb patient would be approximately 0.48602 grams. It's amazing how simple calculations can help ensure accurate medication dosing!