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The physician orders meperidine (Demerol) for a postoperative client weighing 145 lb. If the recommended dose for meperidine (Demerol) is 6 mg/kg/24 hours, how much should be administered as a single dose four times daily?

ExplanationDetermine the client’s weight in kg: 145 lb/2.2 65.9 kg, then work the problem. 65.9 kg 6 mg 395.4 mg per 24 hours. Divide 395.4 by 4 doses per day 98.8 mg per single dose.