Ordered levothyroxine sodium 0.08 mg IV daily for a patient with hypothyroidism. Available:
a. Estimated dose: more or less than drug concentration after reconstitution
b. How many mL will the nurse prepare? DA equation:
c. Evaluation:
Indicate the nearest measurable dose with an arrow on the syringe provided.
a. Twice as much as drug concentration: 2 mL
b. How many mL will the nurse prepare? 2 mL (0.08 mg = 80 mcg)
DA equation:
c. Estimate supports answer. Equation is balanced.
You might also like to view...
Methotrexate is used in the treatment of:
1. severe back pain. 2. chronic gout pain. 3. osteoarthritis. 4. rheumatoid arthritis.
A client has multiple bruises on the arms. Which question provides the nurse with the most information?
a. "Are you using lotion on your skin?" b. "Do you have a family history of this?" c. "Do your arms itch?" d. "What medication are you taking?"
A patient states, "I told my husband I wouldn't buy as much prepared food snacks, so I will go the grocery store to buy fresh fruit, vegetables, and whole grains."
When using the Transtheoretical Model of Health Behavior Change, the nurse identifies that this patient is in which stage of change? a. Preparation b. Termination c. Maintenance d. Contemplation
The student understands the bioethical decision-making theory of utilitarianism when she makes which statement?
a. "Utilitarianism is concerned only with duty." b. "Utilitarianism is also called Kantian ethics." c. "Utilitarianism judges actions based on possible consequences." d. "Utilitarianism judges actions based on intent."