6. A physician orders Prednisone Intensol Concentrate Syrup 9 mg qid (four times a day) for a child with muscular dystro

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6. A physician orders Prednisone Intensol Concentrate Syrup 9 mg qid (four times a day) for a child with muscular dystrophy. The manufac- turer recommends a dose of 0.75 to 1.5 mg/kg/day to improve muscle strength. The child weighs 56 pounds. a. What is the safe range of dosage for this child? b. The prednisone syrup is available as 15 mg/5 ml, solution. How many mL should the child receive per dose? c. How many mg will the child receive in a 24-hour period? 7. A physician orders minoxidil 5 mg po (by mouth) daily for a 9-year- old child with hypertension or high blood pressure. The child weighs 76 pounds. The manufacturer recommends an initial dosage of 0.2 mg/kg/day. a: Is the dose ordered safe for this child? b. Minoxidil is available as 2.5 mg tablets. How many tablets should the child receive for the ordered dose?