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    Ati peds drug dosage calculation assessment proctored exam
    A nurse is preparing to administer acetaminophen to a 6-month-old infant weighing 18 lbs who has a fever. The physician orders acetaminophen 12 mg/kg/dose PO every 6 hours as needed for fever. The available acetaminophen concentration is 160 mg/5 mL. How many milliliters should the nurse administer per dose? (Round to the nearest tenth.)

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