Administration of Drugs by the Intravenous Route

a 175 lb paitent is to undergo surgery and will be given an intervenous anesthetic. The safe dosage of anesthetic is up to 12.0 mg/kg of body weight. Determine the maximum dose ( in mg) of anesthetic that should be used.

Based on this information and patient history you have concerns of alcohol use disorder and recommend a liver biopsy.  At this time Ella is also referred to cardiology for an EKG and cardiac evaluation. A liver biopsy is performed and the following pathology is illustrated below. Pathology report: Alcohol-related steatosis consistent with small- and large-droplet fat.  Fat accumulation is most prominent near the central vein (asterisk) and extends outward toward the portal tract with increasing severity. In this case, the fat extends into acinus zone 2 or the midzone of the hepatic lobule. This diagnosis is discussed with Ella and she wants to schedule a follow up to discuss her alcohol use, life-style modifications and counseling.  Describe how alcohol consumption contributes to the pathology presented in the image above. Be sure to address the key terms listed below as part of your discussion; you may address additional etiologies as well.    Acetoacetate…

What is Ipratropium - Drug Class:- MOA:- Indication:- Nursing Implication:

A physician orders 3  grains Phenobarital at bedtime for control of seizures for Mr.I. The Phenoberbital on hand is 60mg/tablet. How many tablets should you administer to Mr. I.

What is betahistine - Drug Class:- MOA:- Indication:- Nursing Implication:

Discuss the anatomical location, choice of anesthetic, patient positioning, typical needle sizes and indications for performing a lumbar puncture.

What method of drug administration provides the most rapid increase in plasma concentration of the drug? topical oral intravenous intramuscular

EHR feature that processes orders for medications and lab tests is PACS E-Prescribing CPOE CDSS h

A nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with a cerebral aneurysm. The physician orders hydralazine 15 mg I.V. every four hours as needed to keep the systolic blood pressure less than 140 mm Hg. To administer the correct dose. How many milliliters of medications should the nurse draw up in the syringe? Record your answer using two decimal places. Hydralazine 20 mg/ml