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A nurse is assessing a school-age child who complains of stomach aches after eating. Which question is appropriate for the D component of the OLD CAT mnemonic?
 
  A.
  Can you describe how your tummy pain feels?
  B.
  Have you tried any over-the-counter drugs?
  C.
  How long does the pain last after you eat?
  D.
  What day did you first notice the pain?

Question 2

A pediatric nurse needs to administer acetaminophen (Children's Tylenol) to patients in the intensive care unit (ICU). Which dose, based on age, is correct?
 
  A.
  0 to 3 months, 40 mg
  B.
  4 to 11 months, 220 mg
  C.
  2 to 3 years, 120 mg
  D.
  4 to 5 years, 100 mg


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

ANS: C
OLD CAT stands for onset, location, duration, character, aggravating/alleviating factors, and timing. Asking the child how long the pain lasts reflects duration.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
The proper dosage based on age is 0 to 3 months, 40 mg; 4 to 11 months, 80 mg; 12 to 23 months, 120 mg; 2 to 3 years, 160 mg; and 4 to 5 years, 240 mg.


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Reply #2 on: Jun 28, 2018
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