Author Question: A perinatal nurse is preparing a dose of IV indomethacin for administration to a neonate. What is ... (Read 37 times)

Collmarie · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

A perinatal nurse is preparing a dose of IV indomethacin for administration to a neonate. What is the most plausible indication for this treatment?

A) Patent ductus arteriosus
B) Tetralogy of Fallot
C) Patent foramen ovale
D) Cardiomyopathy

Question 2

A patient with impaired liver function is suffering from a seizure disorder that most often results in partial seizures. Which of the following AEDs may be administered to a patient with impaired liver function?

A) Oxcarbazepine (Trileptal)
B) Fosphenytoin (Cerebyx)
C) Carbamazepine (Tegretol)
D) Levetiracetam (Keppra)

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

Answer to Question 1

A
Feedback:
The FDA has approved IV indomethacin for treatment of patent ductus arteriosus in premature infants.

Answer to Question 2

D
Feedback:
Levetiracetam (Keppra) is not primarily metabolized in the liver. Oxcarbazepine (Trileptal) is metabolized in the liver. Fosphenytoin (Cerebyx) is metabolized in the liver. Carbamazepine (Tegretol) is metabolized in the liver.