| Chapter Outline (See related pages)
When you have completed Chapter 11, you will be able to
- Explain why dosages for special populations must be calculated based on
the individual patient.
- Identify factors that affect the absorption, distribution, biotransformation,
and elimination of drugs in special populations.
- Determine safe doses for special populations.
- Calculate patient dosages based on body weight.
- Find a patient’s body surface area (BSA).
- Calculate patient dosages based on a patient’s BSA.
- Describe volume and medication limitations for special populations.
- Calculate infusion rates based upon body weight.
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