The following problems and drug orders are presented for practice only, and actual prescribed dosages will vary according to a patient's age, condition, reaction, additional medication, and other factors.
Determine the body surface area (BSA) for each of the following children using the BSA nomogram. Include two decimal places with your answers.
A child who is 80 cm tall and weighs 20 kg. BSA = __________ m2
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Question 2
The following problems and drug orders are presented for practice only, and actual prescribed dosages will vary according to a patient's age, condition, reaction, additional medication, and other factors.
Determine the body surface area (BSA) for each of the following children using the BSA nomogram. Include two decimal places with your answers.
A child who weighs 9 kg and is 50 inches tall. BSA = __________ m2
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Subcutaneous drug administration: (a) cross section of skin showing depth of needle insertion;
Subcutaneous drug administration: (d) the needle is removed and the puncture site is covered with an
Evidence-based practice: skin assessment
Drug Classification and Description of Use
Nursing Responsibilities Related to Adverse Drug Reactions and Drug Interactions in Older Adults
Private practice setting.