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Capo

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on: Jul 11, 2018
Before inserting a nasogastric tube, what measurement should the nurse take?
 
  a. Tip of the nose to the earlobe to the xiphoid process
  b. Bridge of the nose to the xiphoid process
  c. Nose to the top of the ear to the stomach
  d. Clavicular notch to the stomach

Question 2

The average adult dose of Phenergan is 50 mg. Using the Young rule for a 10-year-old, what is the correct dosage for the child?
 
  a. 23 mg
  b. 25 mg
  c. 30 mg
  d. 35 mg


joshbk44

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
The measurement is from the tip of the nose to the ear lobe to the xiphoid process.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Age of the child over age of the child + 12  the average adult dose = child's dose.


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