A Patient Who Weighs 126 Lb Is Prescribed to Receive

question 42

Short Answer

A patient who weighs 126 lb is prescribed to receive an intramuscular dose of procainamide (Pronestyl)of 12.5 mg/kg immediately.The available parenteral form of procainamide is a solution with a concentration of 500 mg/mL.How many milliliters will you prepare for the correct dose?

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Definitions:

Subliminal Stimulation

A method to communicate or influence by transmitting messages below the threshold of conscious perception.

Sensory Adaptation

Adjustment of sensory receptor sensitivity in reaction to unchanging stimuli, allowing organisms to focus on changes in their environment.

Intensity

The degree of strength, power, or force of something, often referring to sensations, emotions, or physical activities.

Brightness

The perception of light intensity, often associated with how luminous an object appears to be.