Drug Therapy in Pediatric & Geriatric Age Groups

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What is the Young's formula used for in pediatric drug dosage calculations?

To calculate the dose based on weight and age in kilograms

To calculate the dose based on age in years (correct)

To calculate the dose based on adult dose and age in years

To calculate the dose based on body weight in kilograms

What is Clark's rule used for in pediatric drug dosage calculations?

To calculate the dose based on body weight in kilograms (correct)

To calculate the dose based on age in years

To calculate the dose based on weight and age in kilograms

To calculate the dose based on adult dose and age in years

Why do augmented responses to warfarin occur in prepubertal patients at similar plasma concentrations as in adults?

Due to differences in pediatric and adult drug approval processes

Due to differences in the drug's mechanism of action

Due to immature receptors or neurotransmitter systems (correct)

Due to a pharmacodynamic mechanism

Why do most drugs approved for use in children have recommended pediatric doses stated as milligrams per kilogram?

To adjust for differences in body weight among children Signup and view all the answers

Why is intravenous (IV) route preferred in serious conditions for pediatric patients?

It bypasses the slower gastrointestinal absorption seen in infancy. Signup and view all the answers

What is a common characteristic of adverse effects of drugs in children compared to adults?

They are generally similar to those in adults Signup and view all the answers

Why is rectal administration considered adequate for certain drugs in pediatric patients?

It can achieve adequate absorption for drugs like diazepam and theophylline. Signup and view all the answers

Why do pediatric patients require lower drug doses when administered through intact skin?

To prevent systemic toxicity from excessive absorption. Signup and view all the answers

How does gastrointestinal absorption compare between infants and adults?

It is slower in infants compared to adults. Signup and view all the answers

Why is plasma protein binding of drugs reduced in neonates?

Because of immature binding proteins in neonates. Signup and view all the answers

What effect does the thin infant skin have on drug absorption via the percutaneous route?

It accelerates drug penetration and can cause systemic toxicity. Signup and view all the answers

What is the rationale behind using oral preparations that taste pleasant for children under the age of five years?

To improve compliance since children may have difficulty swallowing tablets Signup and view all the answers

Which route of administration is particularly valuable in the treatment of status epilepticus in children?

Rectal administration Signup and view all the answers

Why are nebulizers preferred over pressurized aerosols for children under the age of ten years?

Pressurized aerosols require coordinated deep inspiration Signup and view all the answers

Why should rectal administration be considered if a child is vomiting?

It ensures drug delivery even if the child is vomiting Signup and view all the answers

How should doses for prescribed drugs be calculated for pediatric populations?

Based on the child's weight Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of ensuring proper instructions to the caregiver when prescribing drugs for children?

To improve compliance and medication administration accuracy Signup and view all the answers

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Questions and Answers

What is the Young's formula used for in pediatric drug dosage calculations?

What is Clark's rule used for in pediatric drug dosage calculations?

Why do augmented responses to warfarin occur in prepubertal patients at similar plasma concentrations as in adults?

Why do most drugs approved for use in children have recommended pediatric doses stated as milligrams per kilogram?

Why is intravenous (IV) route preferred in serious conditions for pediatric patients?

What is a common characteristic of adverse effects of drugs in children compared to adults?

Why is rectal administration considered adequate for certain drugs in pediatric patients?

Why do pediatric patients require lower drug doses when administered through intact skin?

How does gastrointestinal absorption compare between infants and adults?

Why is plasma protein binding of drugs reduced in neonates?

What effect does the thin infant skin have on drug absorption via the percutaneous route?

What is the rationale behind using oral preparations that taste pleasant for children under the age of five years?

Which route of administration is particularly valuable in the treatment of status epilepticus in children?

Why are nebulizers preferred over pressurized aerosols for children under the age of ten years?

Why should rectal administration be considered if a child is vomiting?

How should doses for prescribed drugs be calculated for pediatric populations?

What is the purpose of ensuring proper instructions to the caregiver when prescribing drugs for children?

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Questions and Answers

What is the Young's formula used for in pediatric drug dosage calculations?

What is Clark's rule used for in pediatric drug dosage calculations?

Why do augmented responses to warfarin occur in prepubertal patients at similar plasma concentrations as in adults?

Why do most drugs approved for use in children have recommended pediatric doses stated as milligrams per kilogram?

Why is intravenous (IV) route preferred in serious conditions for pediatric patients?

What is a common characteristic of adverse effects of drugs in children compared to adults?

Why is rectal administration considered adequate for certain drugs in pediatric patients?

Why do pediatric patients require lower drug doses when administered through intact skin?

How does gastrointestinal absorption compare between infants and adults?

Why is plasma protein binding of drugs reduced in neonates?

What effect does the thin infant skin have on drug absorption via the percutaneous route?

What is the rationale behind using oral preparations that taste pleasant for children under the age of five years?

Which route of administration is particularly valuable in the treatment of status epilepticus in children?

Why are nebulizers preferred over pressurized aerosols for children under the age of ten years?

Why should rectal administration be considered if a child is vomiting?

How should doses for prescribed drugs be calculated for pediatric populations?

What is the purpose of ensuring proper instructions to the caregiver when prescribing drugs for children?

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