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on: Jul 3, 2018
Which of the following is the CORRECT dosage of Aminophylline for asthma refractory to sympathomimetic agents?
 
  a. 5 mg slowly over 20 minutes
  b. 1 gram diluted in 250cc of NaCl administered in 10 minutes
  c. 25 mg/kg diluted in 80 mL of D5W administered over 20 minutes
  d. Aminophylline is contraindicated in asthma.

Question 2

If you have to move a patient, but she shouldn't be logrolled, it is best to use a:
 
  A) short backboard. B) vacuum splint. C) long backboard. D) scoop stretcher.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 3, 2018
Answer to Question 1

c
Rationale: a. Incorrect dosage
b. Incorrect dosage
c. Correct.
d. Aminophylline is indicated in asthma refractory to sympathomimetics.

Answer to Question 2

D


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