Several pitfalls can compromise the safety of pediatric dosing: - Inaccurate Weight: Using outdated or estimated weights can lead to incorrect dosing. - Miscommunication: Poor communication between healthcare providers and caregivers can result in dosing errors. - Inappropriate Formulations: Using adult formulations or cutting adult pills can lead to inaccurate dosing. - Confusion with Units: Mixing up milligrams (mg) with milliliters (ml) can result in significant dosing errors.
