The following problems and drug orders are presented for practice only, and actual prescribed dosages will vary according to a patient's age, condition, reaction, additional medication, and other factors
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Determine the body surface area (BSA) for each of the following children using the BSA nomogram. Include two decimal places with your answers.
A normal proportioned child, weighing 20 kg. BSA = __________ m2
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
0.80
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A child weighing 51 lbs requires defibrillation. How many joules would the nurse expect to give initially?
A) 46 B) 92 C) 102 D) 204
When prescribing acyclovir, patients should be educated regarding the:
1. High risk of developing diarrhea 2. Need to drink lots of fluids during treatment 3. Risk for life-threatening rash such as Stevens-Johnson 4. Eccentric dosing schedule
A nurse is working with a client who is addicted to heroin. The nurse engages in harm reduction by educating the client about which of the following?
A) Needle exchange programs B) Problem solving C) Healthy coping skills D) Proper use of naltrexone
Which of the following modifiable risk factors are responsible for the highest actual cause of death in the United States?
A. Physical inactivity B. Alcohol consumption C. Motor vehicle accidents D. Tobacco use