A student nurse is preparing to give a 48.5-lb(22-kg) child IV mannitol (Osmitrol). What action by the student causes the nursing instructor to intervene?
A.
Assesses child's pain including report of headache
B.
Confirms the dose of 66 g in a 20% solution
C.
Double-checks child's urine output for the shift
D.
Explains to the child that nausea may occur
ANS: B
Mannitol is an osmotic diuretic often used to decrease intraocular pressure. The correct dose is 1-2 g/kg, so the safe dose range is 22-44 g. The nurse would intervene if the student prepared to administer 66 g. The other actions are appropriate.
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