The Nurse Is Caring for a 4-Month-Old Child Who Is

question 14

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a 4-month-old child who is on a water-soluble medication for seizures.The child's mother voices concern that the dosage seems "too much" for the child's age and would like the dosage verified.What actions will the nurse take? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Verify dosage requirements in the Physicians' Desk Reference (PDR)in mg/kg.
• B) Compare the water composition requirements of adults and children.
• C) Evaluate lean body mass and total fat content in adults and infants.
• D) Chart "refused per mother" on the MAR and do not administer.
• E) Compare transportation in the circulation of plasma bound proteins between adults and children.

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Definitions:

Pheromones

Chemical substances produced and released into the environment by an animal, affecting the behavior or physiology of others of its species.

Specialized Cells

Cells that have evolved distinct structures and functions for carrying out particular duties in an organism.

Specific Receptor

Specific Receptor refers to a protein molecule that receives and responds to a specific substance or signal, such as a neurotransmitter or hormone, by initiating a specific cellular response.

Pheromone

Chemical substances secreted by animals that influence the behavior or physiology of others of the same species, often related to reproductive signals.