Question

math
the dosage for a medication is 0.25 milligrams per kilogram of body weight. if a patient weighs 60 kilograms, how many milligrams of the medication should the nurse administer?
12 milligrams
15 milligrams
20 milligrams
25 milligrams
clear my selection

Explanation:

Step1: Identify the dosage - per - weight ratio and patient weight

Dosage per kg is 0.25 mg/kg and patient weight is 60 kg.

Step2: Calculate the total dosage

Multiply dosage per kg by patient weight: $0.25\times60 = 15$ mg.

Answer:

B. 15 milligrams