A drug has been ordered for an adult weighing 68.6 kg to titrate at 8-12 mcg/kg/min. The solution available is 500 mg in 250 mL. Calculate the dosage range in mcg/min and flow rate range in mL/hr
What will be an ideal response?
549-823 mcg/min; 17-25 mL/hr
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Standard Text: Click and drag the options below to move them up or down. Choice 1. Remove any eyewear Choice 2. Remove the mask Choice 3. Wash hands and wrists Choice 4. Remove the gown Choice 5. Remove gloves Choice 6.
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A. "Wow, that is impressive. Give me some tips." B. "Tell me about a recent relationship." C. "Let's focus on activities for today." D. "Let's go to the dayroom and see what happens."
The nurse is providing care for an elderly client who has been discharged. The client is ordered to take atorvastatin (Lipitor) for the treatment of elevated cholesterol
What precautions should the nurse advise the client to report to the healthcare provider? A) shortness of breath B) muscle pain and weakness C) headaches D) bruising and excessive bleeding
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