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Choose the statement that accurately reflects the dose of a drug needed per kilogram of body weight to reach a desired serum concentration level in a child.
 
  a. The dose should be smaller than that needed by an adult.
  b. The dose should be the same as that needed by an adult.
  c. The dose should be larger than that needed by an adult.
  d. The amount of the dose is uncertain and cannot be determined.
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6 years ago
ANS: C
Drug distribution and equilibration rates are faster in children compared with adults. Therefore, a larger average dose per kg of body weight is needed to reach desired serum concentration levels.
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6 years ago
I can't believe the level of intelligence display in this community, thank you so much
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