Author Question: Which drug does not have a recommended pediatric dose? A) Pimozide (Orap) B) Lithium salts ... (Read 34 times)

fnuegbu · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

Which drug does not have a recommended pediatric dose?

A) Pimozide (Orap)
B) Lithium salts (Lithotabs)
C) Haloperidol (Haldol)
D) Risperidone (Risperdal)

Question 2

The pharmacology instructor is talking to the nursing students about potassium-sparing diuretics and how they can lead to hyperkalemia, indicated by what assessment finding?

A) Urine output of 1,500 mL/24 hours
B) Blood pressure of 98/60
C) Potassium level of 5.9 mEq/L
D) Calcium level of 11.4 mg/dL

macybarnes · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B
Feedback:
Lithium does not have a recommended pediatric dose; the drug should not be administered to children younger than 12 years old. Pimozide, haloperidol, and risperidone all have recommended pediatric doses.

Answer to Question 2

C
Feedback:
The normal range of serum potassium for an adult is 3.5 to 5.0 mEq/L. A level higher than 5.0 mEq/L can indicate hyperkalemia. Normal urinary output is between 1,500 and 2,000 cc per day. Urinary output below 1,000 mL per day would include oliguria and would indicate hyperkalemia. A decrease in blood pressure and pulse can indicate hypokalemia. Hyperkalemia refers to an elevated potassium level and not an elevated calcium level.