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Malignant hyperthermia decreases the metabolic rate and oxygen consumption of muscle cells.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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A postoperative child is prescribed morphine sulfate IV for pain. The recommended dose of morphine sulfate is 0.1 mg- 0.2 mg/kg/dose. What is the safe dose for this child who weighs 18 pounds?
 
  a. 0.1 mg to 0.2 mg c. 0.8 mg to 1.6 mg
  b. 1.6 mg to 3.2 mg d. 0.8 mg/kg to 1.6 mg/kg



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Answer to Question 1

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Correct Malignant hyperthermia increases metabolic rate and oxygen consumption of muscle cells.
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Answer to Question 2

ANS: C

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A Incorrect: This dose is not correct.
B Incorrect: This dose is not correct.
C Correct: Divide 18 pounds by 2.2 = 8.2 kg X 0.1 mg = 0.8 mg; 8.2 kg X 0.2 mg = 1.6 mg
D Incorrect: The answer should be in mg not mg/kg, which would change the recommended dose.




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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
Excellent


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

 

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