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abarnes

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An adult patient is ordered to receive an initial loading dose of digoxin (Lanoxin) by IV. Review the following dosage ranges and select the one that is applicable to an adult patient.
 
  a. 8-12 mcg/kg
  b. 10-15 mcg/kg
  c. 16-24 mcg/kg
  d. 20-30 mcg/kg

Question 2

The patient is being considered for treatment with levosimendan (Simdax). Before initiating drug therapy for suspected heart failure, the patient should undergo:
 
  a. Cardiac catheterization
  b. Assessment of cardiac output
  c. Assessment of atrial function
  d. Assessment of ventricular function


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briseldagonzales

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
The safe range for a loading dose is 8-12 mcg/kg.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Ensure that all patients with suspected or clinically evident heart failure have documented as-sessment of ventricular function (ejection fraction) before starting drug therapy.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
:D TYSM

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Wow, this really help

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