A child who weighs 16 lb received an overdose of morphine sulfate and needs naloxone (Narcan). The safe dose for this child is ____________________ mg
ANS:
0.07
The child weighs 7.27 kg. The correct dose range for naloxone is 5-10 µg/kg or 0.01 mg/kg.
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The nurse notes that a 41-year-old patient's fasting blood glucose level is 125 mg/dL. What should the nurse suspect is occurring with the patient?
1. severe hyperglycemia 2. consistent with diabetes 3. normal results 4. consistent with prediabetes
A patient diagnosed with systemic lupus erythematosis is experiencing a facial rash. What should the nurse instruct the patient regarding skin care?
Select all that apply. 1. Avoid being out of doors during hours of greatest sun intensity. 2. Use sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher. 3. Apply hydrocortisone cream 1% to the rash 4?6 times/day. 4. Reapply sunscreen after swimming, exercising, or bathing. 5. Wear a wide-brimmed hat when outside.
During a postpartum home visit, which step should the nurse take to establish a caring relationship?
1. Ask family members how they want to be addressed. 2. Do a portion of what the nurse agrees to do for the family, to avoid overwhelming them. 3. Speak directly to the father when asking questions. 4. Present information to the family instead of asking questions.