AIIMS November 2011 – MCQ 107

What is the dose of methyl prednisolone to be given in a patient who developed myelopathy following spinal trauma?
A. 30mg/kg within 3hrs
B. 45mg/kg within 6hrs
C. 60mg/kg within 9hrs
D. 75mg/kg within 12hrs

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2 Comments

ANAND November 16, 2011

according to recent trauma guidelines it is 30 mg/kg within 3 hrs
Akram minhaz November 18, 2011

Answer 30mg/kgbodywt…

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