NURS 6521 ADVANCED PHARMACOLOGY FINAL EXAM-STUDY GUIDE 2022/2023

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NURS 6521 ADVANCED PHARMACOLOGY FINAL EXAM-STUDY GUIDE 2022/2023 A nurse is caring for an infant after a surgical procedure. After ensuring that the ordered dose is appropriate for the infant's age... and weight, the nurse administers a narcotic analgesic intravenously. When assessing the infant 15 minutes later, the nurse notes respirations of 22 breaths/minute and a heart rate of 110 beats/minute. The infant is asleep in the parent's arms and does not awaken when vital signs are assessed. The nurse understands that these findings are the result of: - ANSWER immaturity of the blood-brain barrier in the infant. A child will receive 750 mg of an antibiotic for 10 days. The child attends day care. The drug may be dosed in several ways and is available in two concentrations. Which dosing regimen will the nurse discuss with the child's provider? - ANSWER 500 mg/5 mL to 375 mg PO twice daily [Show More]

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