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mikaylakyoung

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You are caring for a young boy who is very lethargic and his mother tells you he has had diarrhea and vomiting for several days. What would be the proper amount of fluids to administer in the initial bolus if the boy weighs 44 pounds?
 
  A) 440 mL
  B) 600 mL
  C) 400 mL
  D) 220 mL

Question 2

You are providing IV fluids to a two-year-old boy who is dehydrated. You should use a ________ gtt/mL drip set.
 
  A) 10
  B) 30
  C) 60
  D) 80



Jevvish

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Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

C



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