All the Following Medications Are Ordered for a Mechanically Ventilated

question 9

Multiple Choice

All the following medications are ordered for a mechanically ventilated patient with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) and acute renal failure. Which medication should the nurse discuss with the health care provider before administration?

• A) IV ranitidine (Zantac) 50 mg IV
• B) sucralfate (Carafate) 1 g per nasogastric tube
• C) IV gentamicin (Garamycin) 60 mg
• D) IV methylprednisolone (Solu-Medrol) 40 mg

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