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vicky

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A pediatric patient is prescribed valproic acid (Depacon) 340 mg intravenously. The available drug solution is 500 mg in 5 mL. How many milliliters should you give?
 
  a. 1.4
  b. 2.4
  c. 3.4
  d. 4.4

Question 2

A patient who has been prescribed phenytoin (Dilantin) reports gum swelling around the teeth. What is your best action?
 
  a. Tell the patient to document this unexpected change by taking a photograph.
  b. Instruct the patient to stop the drug and notify the prescriber immediately.
  c. Teach the patient to visit the dentist regularly and brush and flow carefully.
  d. Remind the patient to clean teeth gently with dental swabs and avoid flossing.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C


vicky

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Gracias!

bblaney

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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