Which drug or drug classification may cause ototoxicity as an adverse effect?
A. Beta blockers
B. Penicillins
C. Aspirin
D. Mydriatics
Answer: C
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a. most mothers have a vitamin K deficiency that develops during pregnancy. b. bacteria that synthesize vitamin K are not present in newborns. c. vitamin K prevents the synthesis of prothrombin. d. the newborn does not store vitamin K.
Based on the physiology of an infant's renal system, what does the nurse need to know about administering drugs to infants?
a. Drugs are excreted more rapidly in infants. b. Renal function reaches maturity at 1 month, so normal dosages can be administered to infants older than 1 month. c. Dosages must be reduced until age 1 year. d. Dosages must be increased until age 1 year.
What reference should a nurse use when validating the safety of the medication as ordered and transcribed?
TIAs may be a warning of an impending stroke.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)