Question 35 When Ibuprofen is given for fever to children 6 months of age up to 2 years, the usual dose is 5 milligrams ( mg ) per kilogram (kg) of body weight when the fever is under 102.5 degrees Fahrenheit. How much medicine would be usual dose for a 18 month old weighing 23 pounds? milligrams Round your answer to the nearest milligram.

To find the usual dose of ibuprofen for an 18-month-old child weighing 23 pounds, we first need to convert the weight from pounds to kilograms. Since 1 kilogram is approximately 2.2 pounds, we can use the formula: Weight in kg = Weight in lbs / 2.2 Weight in kg = 23 lbs / 2.2 ≈ 10.45 kg Now, we can calculate the dosage using the recommended 5 mg/kg: Dosage = 5 mg/kg × 10.45 kg ≈ 52.25 mg Rounding that to the nearest milligram gives us a usual dose of approximately **52 mg** of ibuprofen. Keep in mind to always double-check with a pediatrician or pharmacist before administering any medication to ensure it's appropriate for the child's specific condition.