For questions 26-31: The MD writes a complete order forMethotrexate 7.5 mg Subcut weekly. The recommended dose ofMethotrexate is 5-15mg/m2/week subcutaneously. Your patient has aweight of 32 1⁄2 lbs and a height of 35 in.
26.What is this child’s BSA?
27-28. What is the therapeutic range of Methotrexate for thispatient? (mg/wk)
29. Is the MD dose safe?
30. If methotrexate is available as 25mg/mL, what volume isneeded per dose? 31. Where would you administer theinjection?
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