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The health care provider orders prednisolone 2 mg/kg/day
 
  to be given every eight hours for a child diagnosed with nephrotic syndrome. The child weighs 44 lb. The medication is available in a solution of 3 mg/mL. What is the amount per dosage in mL for this child?
  A) 1.2 mL
  B) 3.8 mL
  C) 4.3 mL
  D) 12.6 mL

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The nurse is caring for an 8-year-old child with nephrotic syndrome. Which nursing intervention would be appropriate for this child?
 
  A) Measure the abdominal girth daily
  B) Weigh the child once a week
  C) Test the urine for ketones twice a day
  D) Administer antipyretics as needed


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Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ans: C

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A


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Reply #2 on: Jun 28, 2018
Thank you :)


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