A nurse caring for a 5-year-old child notes that the child has discoloration of several teeth. When taking a medication history, the nurse will ask about
... [Show More] which group of medications? ANS: Tetracyclines
An infant has allergies and often develops a pruritic rash when exposed to allergens. The infant's parents ask the nurse about using a topical antihistamine. What should the nurse tell them? ANS: Applying an antihistamine to the skin can cause toxicity in this age group.
An infant is receiving a medication that has a narrow therapeutic range. The nurse reviews the medication information and learns that the drug is excreted by the kidneys. When giving the medication, the nurse will assess the infant for: ANS: signs of drug toxicity.
A pediatric nurse is teaching nursing students to calculate medication doses for children using a formula based on body surface area. Which statement by a nursing student indicates understanding of the teaching? ANS: "This formula helps approximate the first dose; other doses should be based on clinical observations."
A pediatric nurse is teaching nursing students about medication administration in children. Which statement by a student indicates an understanding of the teaching? ANS: "Drugs effective in adults may not work in children, even if the dose is proportional for weight and size."
A nurse is teaching nursing students about pediatric medication administration. What will the nurse include when discussing pediatric drug research? ANS: Studies showed a significant percentage of unanticipated and potentially lethal side effects in children.
A prescriber has ordered medication for a newborn. The medication is eliminated primarily by hepatic metabolism. The nurse expects the prescriber to: ANS: order a dose that is lower than an adult dose.
The parents of a child with asthma ask the nurse why their child can not use oral corticosteroids more often, because they are so effective. The nurse will offer which information that is true for children? ANS: Chronic steroid use can inhibit growth.
A patient with schizophrenia receives a dose of risperidone [Risperdal Consta] IM. The nurse teaching this patient about this medication will make which statement? ANS: "You will need to take an oral antipsychotic drug for 3 weeks."
A patient with schizophrenia shows suicidal behaviors, and the provider orders clozapine [Clozaril]. The nurse teaches the family about the medication and its side effects. Which statement by a family member indicates a need for further teaching about this drug? ANS: "If the ANC is less than 3000, the drug will be discontinued permanently." [Show Less]