An Infant Has Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia

question 11

Multiple Choice

An infant has congenital adrenal hyperplasia. At a routine well baby checkup, the primary care pediatric nurse practitioner notes vomiting, poor feeding, lethargy, and mild dehydration. Which action is correct?

• A) Administer an intramuscular stress dose of hydrocortisone succinate.
• B) Administer intravenous fluids in the clinic and reassess hydration status.
• C) Prescribe an oral hydrocortisone in a replacement dose of 8 to 10 mg/M².
• D) Refer the infant to the emergency department for fluids, dextrose, and steroids.

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Definitions:

Straight Line

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Horizontal Change

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Vertical Change

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Independent Variable

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