A patient weighing 55 kg needs a loading dose of a medication at 15 mg/kg. How many milligrams should be administered?

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A750 mg
B825 mg
C800 mg
D900 mg

✓ Correct answer: B. 825 mg Multiply the patient's weight by the dose per kilogram: 55 kg × 15 mg/kg = 825 mg.

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