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vHAUNG6011 · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

A nurse is preparing to administer a nebulized bronchodilator to a young child with asthma. The nurse should be aware that this child's dosage is based primarily on what characteristic of the child?

A) Weight
B) Age
C) Body type
D) Development stage

Question 2

A 20-year-old college student has presented to the campus medical clinic seeking to begin oral contraceptive therapy. The nurse has recognized the need for adequate health education related to the patient's request.

The nurse should emphasize the fact that successful prevention of pregnancy depends primarily on the patient's A) current health status.
B) vigilant adherence to the drug regimen.
C) knowledge of sexual health.
D) risk factors for adverse effects.

Athena23 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A
Feedback:
Dosages of pediatric medications are calculated based on weight.

Answer to Question 2

B
Feedback:
It is necessary to assess each patient's need and desire for contraception, as well as her willingness to comply with the prescribed regimen. Compliance is essential for effective contraception. Health status, knowledge, and risk factors are all valid focuses for health education, but these do not primarily determine success of therapy.