The nurse is teaching a client about the loading dose of antibiotic that will be administered later in the day
The client demonstrates understanding by stating that the medication will reach a therapeutic dose in____ hour(s) versus the 48 hours that would be required for the routine medication dose.
Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.
Correct Answer: 12
Rationale: It takes almost five doses (48 hours) before a therapeutic level is reached using a routine dosing schedule. With a loading dose, a therapeutic level is reached within 12 hours.
Global Rationale: It takes almost five doses (48 hours) before a therapeutic level is reached using a routine dosing schedule. With a loading dose, a therapeutic level is reached within 12 hours.
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