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    Hesi rn n404 maternity and pediatrics proctored exam
    The healthcare provider (HCP) prescribes amoxicillin 500 mg PO every 8 hours for a child who weighs 77 pounds. The available suspension is labeled, "Amoxicillin Suspension 250 mg/5 mL. The recommended maximum dose is 50 mg/kg/24 hour. How many mL should the nurse administer in a single dose based on the child's weight? (Enter the numerical value only. If rounding is required, round to the whole number.)

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