A nurse in a provider's office is reviewing data from a client's medical record. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a risk factor for cardiovascular disease?
Orthostatic hypotension
Type 1 diabetes mellitus
Family history of osteoporosis
BMI of 24
The Correct Answer is B
A. Orthostatic hypotension is not a direct risk factor for cardiovascular disease, though it can be related to other health issues.
B. Type 1 diabetes mellitus increases the risk for cardiovascular disease due to chronic hyperglycemia, which can damage blood vessels over time.
C. Osteoporosis is a risk for bone health but is not a cardiovascular risk factor.
D. A BMI of 24 is within the normal range and does not pose a cardiovascular risk.
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Correct Answer is D
Explanation
A. Postponing the procedure could put the client’s health at risk.
B. If the client cannot provide informed consent due to a developmental disability, they are not considered able to consent independently.
C. The provider does not sign the consent form on behalf of the client in this situation; rather, implied consent is used in emergencies.
D. In an emergency situation where delaying treatment could harm the client, implied consent allows for immediate life-saving procedures without waiting for guardian consent.
Correct Answer is ["12.5"]
Explanation
To calculate the dosage, first convert the child's weight to kilograms (1 kg = 2.2 lbs), so 55 lbs is approximately 25 kg. The total daily dose of ampicillin prescribed is 50 mg/kg/day, which for a 25 kg child is 1250 mg/day (50 mg/kg * 25 kg). This total daily dose should be divided into 4 equal doses, resulting in 312.5 mg per dose (1250 mg/day ÷ 4 doses/day). The concentration of the ampicillin suspension is 125 mg/5 mL, so to find out how many mL per dose, divide the dose in mg by the concentration and multiply by the volume: 312.5 mg per dose ÷ 125 mg/5 mL = 2.5 * 5 mL = 12.5 mL per dose. Therefore, the nurse should administer 12.5 mL per dose.
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