If the Medication Dose Ordered by the Physician Falls Outside

question 3

Multiple Choice

If the medication dose ordered by the physician falls outside the range calculated as safe for that child based on the child's age and weight, as a pediatric nurse, what should be the first action you take?

• A) Refuse to give the dose
• B) Administer the dose as per physician order
• C) Call the pharmacist on duty to confirm safety and report the discrepancy
• D) Call the primary physician to question and clarify the order

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Definitions:

Perceptual Categorization

The cognitive process by which individuals group items based on shared characteristics or perceptual features.

Manual Dexterity

The skillful use and coordination of the hands and fingers to perform tasks involving fine motor movements.

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