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dakota nelson

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A child is scheduled for a liver biopsy and midazolam is to be administered prior to the procedure. The recommended safe dose for a child is 0.1-0.15 mg/kg. The child weighs 55 pounds. What is the maximum dose this child can receive?
 
  a. 3.8 mg/kg c. 3.5 mg
  b. 2.5 mg d. 3.75 mg

Question 2

A nurse is teaching clients with difficulty sleeping on things to avoid before bedtime. These would include:
 
  a. consuming caffeinated beverages. c. drinking alcohol.
  b. watching television. d. reading a book or magazine.


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kxciann

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Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D

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A Incorrect: This changes the recommended safe dosage.
B Incorrect: This is the minimum dose.
C Incorrect: This is not the correct dose.
D Correct: 55 pounds divided by 2.2 = 25 kg X 0.15 mg = 3.75 mg.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, C

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Correct a. and c. CNS stimulants and alcohol should be avoided.
Incorrect b. and d. These are activities that could promote rest and encourage sleep.


dakota nelson

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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Excellent

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