A 70-kg adult with severe sepsis and normal renal function requires initial gentamicin. What is an appropriate once-daily dose?...

Question

A 70-kg adult with severe sepsis and normal renal function requires initial gentamicin. What is an appropriate once-daily dose?

Accepted Answer

5-7 mg/kg IV stat (e.g., 350-490 mg)

Answer

1 mg/kg IV QDS

Answer

80 mg IV stat then 80 mg TDS

Answer

10 mg/kg IV stat

Answer

Avoid gentamicin entirely

prescribing safety assessment MCQ (SBA): Aminoglycoside Dosing