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Tracy is receiving lanoxin every 8 hours. She weighs 79 kg. The dose range for this drug is 0.030 to 0.060 mg/kg every day. What is the maximum safe dose (in mg) you could deliver every 8 hours

Principles Of Pharmacology Med Assist

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Chapter7: Drug Sources, Schedules, And Dosages

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 15RQ

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