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Your patient returns from the operating room after an abdominal aortic aneurysm repair.  Which of the following is a sign of acute renal failure?

Your patient has complaints of severe right-sided flank pain, nausea, vomiting, and restlessness. He appears slightly pale and is diaphoretic.  Vital signs are BP 140/90 mmHg, Pulse 118 beats/min., respirations 33 breaths/minute, and temperature, 98.0F. Which  data supports a diagnosis of renal calculi?

2.25mg=_____________mcg

123.2 lb = ____________________ kg

37.6° C = ____________________° F

The physician orders testosterone 170 mg IM weekly for hormone replacement. The medication is supplied in 200 mg/mL. How many milliliters will the nurse administer? ____________________

The physician orders ibuprofen 600 mg po prn for cramping. The medication is supplied in 200-mg capsules. How many capsules will the nurse administer? _________________

Your patient is taking minoxidil 30mg daily for hypertension. The drug is supplied in 10mg tablets. How many tablets will you administer per dose?

Sara is an 8-month-old infant who weighs 8 kg. He has been prescribed acetaminophen 100 mg every 4-6 hours PO for a fever. The recommended dosage range for infants is 10-20 mg/kg/dose. Calculate the acceptable dosage range for Declan and determine if the prescribed dose is safe.  In your answer include the safe dose range for Sara and if it is safe or not. 

Nutritionally related skeletal disorders only occur in young animals.