Order: Morphine sulfate 5 mg IV q4h x 48 hours The child weighs 35 lb. The safe dosage range is 0.05-0.1 mg/kg. Available:
Directions: Dilute with 5 mL normal saline and administer over 5 minutes.
Calculate the amount to be given IV push and determine if it is a safe dosage._______________
a. 2 mL
b. 1.6 mL
c. 0.5 mL
d. Hold and clarify orderâ€"overdose
ANS: D
You might also like to view...
While assessing the development of a nine-month-old infant, the nurse asks the mother if the child actively looks for toys when they are placed out of sight. The nurse is trying to determine whether the infant has developed:
1. Transductive reasoning 2. Conservation 3. Centration 4. Object permanence
The population health nurse is assisting with a booth at a health fair to help community members sign up for health insurance. For which reasons should the nurse promote the importance of having health insurance? (Select all that apply.)
1. Eliminates health disparities. 2. Means the individual has full-time employment. 3. Guarantees no difficulty in obtaining health care. 4. Ensures the individual has a regular source of care. 5. The individual has a greater likelihood of receiving health promotive services.
A client who has acidosis resulting from hypovolemic shock has been prescribed intravenous fluid replacement. Which fluid does the nurse prepare to administer?
a. Normal saline b. Ringer's lactate c. 5% dextrose in water d. 5% dextrose in 0.45% normal saline
Which of the following is permitted on a clear liquid diet?
1. Diluted Cream of Wheat 2. Custard without raisins or nuts 3. Plain fruit-flavored gelatin 4. Orange juice