List three reasons why giving medications to children is hazardous
What will be an ideal response?
Many drugs are toxic to children
Children are smaller than adults
Dosages must be adjusted
Neonates and infants have immature body systems
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A) "It would be caused by stress. Let's keep our eye on it and see if it goes away with your next visit." B) "This could be caused by an infection. Have you been feeling well the past few weeks?" C) "One of your heart valves is not opening properly. We need to do an echocardiogram to see which valve is having problem." D) "This may make you a little more fatigued than usual. Let me know if you start getting dizzy or light-headed."
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1. Increasing frequency of beta-2-agonists and contacting their provider 2. Doubling inhaled corticosteroid doses 3. Increasing frequency of beta-2-agonists 4. Starting montelukast (Singulair) ____
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