Author Question: When a 5-year-old patient is prescribed oxandrolone (Oxandrin) to promote weight gain, how would the ... (Read 61 times)

sam.t96 · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

When a 5-year-old patient is prescribed oxandrolone (Oxandrin) to promote weight gain, how would the nurse expect the drug to be administered?

A) Long-term
B) Short-term
C) Continuous
D) Intermittent

Question 2

The renal system has several major functions in the body. What are they? (Select all that apply.)

A) Acting as a diuretic for the body
B) Clearing nitrogenous wastes from protein metabolism
C) Regulating red blood cell production
D) Regulating blood pressure
E) Concentrating urine

Loise Hard · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

D
Feedback:
Oxandrin is given intermittently to pediatric patients and should not be used on a daily basis for short, long, or continuous therapy.

Answer to Question 2

B, C, D, E
Feedback:
Maintaining the volume and composition of body fluids within normal ranges includes clearing nitrogenous wastes from protein metabolism; maintaining acidbase balance and electrolyte levels; excreting various drugs and drug metabolites; regulating vitamin D activation, which helps to maintain and regulate calcium levels; regulating blood pressure through the reninangiotensinald osterone system; and regulating red blood cell production through the production and secretion of erythropoietin. The renal system does not act as a diuretic.