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Which individual is at greatest risk for developing hypertension?
Which individual is at greatest risk for developing hypertension?
A 15-year-old female who ingested 15 tablets of maximum strength acetaminophen 45 minutes ago is rushed to the emergency department. Which of these orders should the nurse do first?
A 15-year-old female who ingested 15 tablets of maximum strength acetaminophen 45 minutes ago is rushed to the emergency department. Which of these orders should the nurse do first?
Which complication of cardiac catheterization should the nurse monitor for in the initial 24 hours after the procedure?
Which complication of cardiac catheterization should the nurse monitor for in the initial 24 hours after the procedure?
A client is admitted to the emergency room with renal calculi and is complaining of moderate to severe flank pain and nausea. The client's temperature is 100.8 degrees Fahrenheit. The priority nursing goal for this client is:
A client is admitted to the emergency room with renal calculi and is complaining of moderate to severe flank pain and nausea. The client's temperature is 100.8 degrees Fahrenheit. The priority nursing goal for this client is:
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What would the nurse expect to see while assessing the growth of children during their school age years?
What would the nurse expect to see while assessing the growth of children during their school age years?
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At a community health fair, the blood pressure of a 62-year-old client is 160/96 mmHg. The client states "My blood pressure is usually much lower." The nurse should tell the client to:
At a community health fair, the blood pressure of a 62-year-old client is 160/96 mmHg. The client states "My blood pressure is usually much lower." The nurse should tell the client to:
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The hospital has sounded the call for a disaster drill on the evening shift. Which of these clients would the nurse put first on the list to be discharged in order to make a room available for a new admission?
The hospital has sounded the call for a disaster drill on the evening shift. Which of these clients would the nurse put first on the list to be discharged in order to make a room available for a new admission?
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A 25-year-old male client has been newly diagnosed with hypothyroidism and will take levothyroxine (Synthroid) 50 mcg/day by mouth. As part of the teaching plan, the nurse emphasizes that this medication:
A 25-year-old male client has been newly diagnosed with hypothyroidism and will take levothyroxine (Synthroid) 50 mcg/day by mouth. As part of the teaching plan, the nurse emphasizes that this medication:
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A 3-year-old child was brought to the pediatric clinic after the sudden onset of findings that include irritability, thick muffled voice, croaking on inspiration, hot to touch, sit leaning forward, tongue protruding, drooling and suprasternal retractions. What should the nurse do first?
A 3-year-old child was brought to the pediatric clinic after the sudden onset of findings that include irritability, thick muffled voice, croaking on inspiration, hot to touch, sit leaning forward, tongue protruding, drooling and suprasternal retractions. What should the nurse do first?
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In children suspected to have a diagnosis of diabetes, which one of the following complaints would be most likely to prompt parents to take their school-age child for evaluation?
In children suspected to have a diagnosis of diabetes, which one of the following complaints would be most likely to prompt parents to take their school-age child for evaluation?
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A client comes to the clinic for treatment of recurrent pelvic inflammatory disease. The nurse recognizes that this condition most frequently follows which type of infection?
A client comes to the clinic for treatment of recurrent pelvic inflammatory disease. The nurse recognizes that this condition most frequently follows which type of infection?
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A registered nurse who usually works in a spinal rehabilitation unit is floated to the emergency department. Which of these clients should the charge nurse assign to this RN?
A registered nurse who usually works in a spinal rehabilitation unit is floated to the emergency department. Which of these clients should the charge nurse assign to this RN?
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When teaching a client with coronary artery disease about nutrition, the nurse should emphasize:
When teaching a client with coronary artery disease about nutrition, the nurse should emphasize:
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Which of these findings indicate that a pump to deliver a basal rate of 10 ml per hour plus PRN for pain breakthrough for morphine drip is not working?
Which of these findings indicate that a pump to deliver a basal rate of 10 ml per hour plus PRN for pain breakthrough for morphine drip is not working?
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The nurse is speaking at a community meeting about personal responsibility for health promotion. A participant asks about chiropractic treatment for illnesses. What should be the focus of the nurse's response?
The nurse is speaking at a community meeting about personal responsibility for health promotion. A participant asks about chiropractic treatment for illnesses. What should be the focus of the nurse's response?
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The nurse is performing a neurological assessment on a client post right cerebrovascular accident. Which finding, if observed by the nurse, would warrant immediate attention?
The nurse is performing a neurological assessment on a client post right cerebrovascular accident. Which finding, if observed by the nurse, would warrant immediate attention?
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A child who has recently been diagnosed with cystic fibrosis is in a pediatric clinic where a nurse is performing an assessment. Which later finding of this disease would the nurse not expect to see at this time?
A child who has recently been diagnosed with cystic fibrosis is in a pediatric clinic where a nurse is performing an assessment. Which later finding of this disease would the nurse not expect to see at this time?
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The home health nurse visits a male client to provide wound care and finds the client lethargic and confused. His wife states he fell down the stairs two (2) hours ago. The nurse should
The home health nurse visits a male client to provide wound care and finds the client lethargic and confused. His wife states he fell down the stairs two (2) hours ago. The nurse should
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Which of the following should the nurse implement to prepare a client for a KUB (Kidney, Ureter, Bladder) radiography test?
Which of the following should the nurse implement to prepare a client for a KUB (Kidney, Ureter, Bladder) radiography test?
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The nurse is giving discharge teaching to a client seven (7) days post myocardial infarction. He asks the nurse why he must wait six (6) weeks before having sexual intercourse. What is the best response by the nurse to this question?
The nurse is giving discharge teaching to a client seven (7) days post myocardial infarction. He asks the nurse why he must wait six (6) weeks before having sexual intercourse. What is the best response by the nurse to this question?
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A triage nurse has these four (4) clients arrive in the emergency department within 15 minutes. Which client should the triage nurse send back to be seen first?
A triage nurse has these four (4) clients arrive in the emergency department within 15 minutes. Which client should the triage nurse send back to be seen first?
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While planning care for a toddler, the nurse teaches the parents about the expected developmental changes for this age. Which statement by the mother shows that she understands the child's developmental needs?
While planning care for a toddler, the nurse teaches the parents about the expected developmental changes for this age. Which statement by the mother shows that she understands the child's developmental needs?
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The nurse is preparing to administer an enteral feeding to a client via a nasogastric feeding tube. The most important action of the nurse is:
The nurse is preparing to administer an enteral feeding to a client via a nasogastric feeding tube. The most important action of the nurse is:
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The nurse is caring for a client with a serum potassium level of 3.5 mEq/L. The client is placed on a cardiac monitor and receives 40 mEq potassium chloride in 1000 ml of 5% dextrose in water IV. Which of the following EKG patterns indicates to the nurse that the infusions should be discontinued?
The nurse is caring for a client with a serum potassium level of 3.5 mEq/L. The client is placed on a cardiac monitor and receives 40 mEq potassium chloride in 1000 ml of 5% dextrose in water IV. Which of the following EKG patterns indicates to the nurse that the infusions should be discontinued?
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A nurse prepares to care for a 4-year-old newly admitted for rhabdomyosarcoma. The nurse should alert the staff to pay more attention to the function of which area of the body?
A nurse prepares to care for a 4-year-old newly admitted for rhabdomyosarcoma. The nurse should alert the staff to pay more attention to the function of which area of the body?
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The nurse anticipates that for a family who practices Chinese medicine the priority goal would be to:
The nurse anticipates that for a family who practices Chinese medicine the priority goal would be to:
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During an assessment of a client with cardiomyopathy, the nurse finds that the systolic blood pressure has decreased from 145 to 110 mm Hg and the heart rate has risen from 72 to 96 beats per minute and the client complains of periodic dizzy spells. The nurse instructs the client to:
During an assessment of a client with cardiomyopathy, the nurse finds that the systolic blood pressure has decreased from 145 to 110 mm Hg and the heart rate has risen from 72 to 96 beats per minute and the client complains of periodic dizzy spells. The nurse instructs the client to:
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The nurse prepares the client for insertion of a pulmonary artery catheter (Swan-Ganz catheter). The nurse teaches the client that the catheter will be inserted to provide information about:
The nurse prepares the client for insertion of a pulmonary artery catheter (Swan-Ganz catheter). The nurse teaches the client that the catheter will be inserted to provide information about:
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A nurse enters a client's room to discover that the client has no pulse or respirations. After calling for help, the first action the nurse should take is:
A nurse enters a client's room to discover that the client has no pulse or respirations. After calling for help, the first action the nurse should take is:
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A client is receiving digoxin (Lanoxin) 0.25 mg daily. The health care provider has written a new order to give metoprolol (Lopressor) 25 mg B.I.D. In assessing the client prior to administering the medications, which of the following should the nurse report immediately to the health care provider?
A client is receiving digoxin (Lanoxin) 0.25 mg daily. The health care provider has written a new order to give metoprolol (Lopressor) 25 mg B.I.D. In assessing the client prior to administering the medications, which of the following should the nurse report immediately to the health care provider?
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While assessing a one-month-old infant, which of the findings warrants further investigation by the nurse? Select all that apply.
While assessing a one-month-old infant, which of the findings warrants further investigation by the nurse? Select all that apply.
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The nurse practicing in a maternity setting recognizes that the postmature fetus is at risk due to:
The nurse practicing in a maternity setting recognizes that the postmature fetus is at risk due to:
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The nurse is caring for a client who had a total hip replacement seven (7) days ago. Which statement by the client requires the nurse's immediate attention?
The nurse is caring for a client who had a total hip replacement seven (7) days ago. Which statement by the client requires the nurse's immediate attention?
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A 33-year-old male client with heart failure has been taking furosemide for the past week. Which of the following assessment cues below may indicate the client is experiencing a negative side effect from the medication?
A 33-year-old male client with heart failure has been taking furosemide for the past week. Which of the following assessment cues below may indicate the client is experiencing a negative side effect from the medication?
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Gravida ______ para ______
Gravida ______ para ______
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The nurse is caring for a 27-year-old female client with venous stasis ulcer. Which nursing intervention would be most effective in promoting healing?
The nurse is caring for a 27-year-old female client with venous stasis ulcer. Which nursing intervention would be most effective in promoting healing?
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¿Cuál de las siguientes opciones representa el grupo con mayor riesgo de desarrollar hipertensión?
¿Cuál de las siguientes opciones representa el grupo con mayor riesgo de desarrollar hipertensión?
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La sobrecarga de acetaminofén se considera extremadamente tóxica para el hígado.
La sobrecarga de acetaminofén se considera extremadamente tóxica para el hígado.
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¿Cuál es el primer paso en el tratamiento para una sobredosis de acetaminofén?
¿Cuál es el primer paso en el tratamiento para una sobredosis de acetaminofén?
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La hipertensión es más prevalente en las personas de origen ______.
La hipertensión es más prevalente en las personas de origen ______.
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Relaciona el grupo de edad y raza con su riesgo de hipertensión:
Relaciona el grupo de edad y raza con su riesgo de hipertensión:
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Ante una sobredosis de acetaminofén, ¿cuál de las siguientes acciones debería realizar primero la enfermera?
Ante una sobredosis de acetaminofén, ¿cuál de las siguientes acciones debería realizar primero la enfermera?
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El nivel de hipertensión en la población asiático-americana es significativamente más alto que en la población general.
El nivel de hipertensión en la población asiático-americana es significativamente más alto que en la población general.
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¿Por qué es importante administrar el lavado gástrico en una sobredosis de acetaminofén?
¿Por qué es importante administrar el lavado gástrico en una sobredosis de acetaminofén?
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¿Cuál es la prioridad en el manejo de un cliente con enfermedad arterial coronaria con respecto a la nutrición?
¿Cuál es la prioridad en el manejo de un cliente con enfermedad arterial coronaria con respecto a la nutrición?
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Un cliente que reporta haber tomado una gran cantidad de crack tendrá menos complicaciones que uno que muestra síntomas de toxicidad por opioides.
Un cliente que reporta haber tomado una gran cantidad de crack tendrá menos complicaciones que uno que muestra síntomas de toxicidad por opioides.
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¿Cuál es el síntoma de toxicidad por opioides que podría estar presente en un cliente?
¿Cuál es el síntoma de toxicidad por opioides que podría estar presente en un cliente?
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La dosis mínima de un goteo de morfina a 10 ml por hora sería $10(4) = ______ ml en cuatro horas.
La dosis mínima de un goteo de morfina a 10 ml por hora sería $10(4) = ______ ml en cuatro horas.
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Empareja las siguientes condiciones con sus síntomas:
Empareja las siguientes condiciones con sus síntomas:
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Al identificar si un goteo de morfina está funcionando, ¿cuál de las siguientes evidencias sugiere que no está funcionando?
Al identificar si un goteo de morfina está funcionando, ¿cuál de las siguientes evidencias sugiere que no está funcionando?
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Limitando el sodio a menos de 1.5 gramos por día es una recomendación para el manejo de la enfermedad arterial coronaria.
Limitando el sodio a menos de 1.5 gramos por día es una recomendación para el manejo de la enfermedad arterial coronaria.
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¿Qué efectos podría tener comer comidas pesadas en un cliente con enfermedad arterial coronaria?
¿Qué efectos podría tener comer comidas pesadas en un cliente con enfermedad arterial coronaria?
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¿Cuál de las siguientes afirmaciones sobre la fiebre escarlatina es incorrecta?
¿Cuál de las siguientes afirmaciones sobre la fiebre escarlatina es incorrecta?
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¿Cuál de las siguientes declaraciones es correcta respecto a la preparación para una radiografía KUB?
¿Cuál de las siguientes declaraciones es correcta respecto a la preparación para una radiografía KUB?
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El 'lengua de fresa' es una señal característica de la fiebre escarlatina.
El 'lengua de fresa' es una señal característica de la fiebre escarlatina.
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Es necesario mantener al paciente NPO antes de realizar una radiografía KUB.
Es necesario mantener al paciente NPO antes de realizar una radiografía KUB.
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¿Cuánto tiempo debe esperar un paciente después de un infarto de miocardio antes de tener relaciones sexuales?
¿Cuánto tiempo debe esperar un paciente después de un infarto de miocardio antes de tener relaciones sexuales?
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¿Qué bacterias causan la fiebre escarlatina?
¿Qué bacterias causan la fiebre escarlatina?
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El exudado en las amígdalas suele ser __________ en la fiebre escarlatina.
El exudado en las amígdalas suele ser __________ en la fiebre escarlatina.
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El síntoma de un infarto de miocardio puede incluir ______ y ______.
El síntoma de un infarto de miocardio puede incluir ______ y ______.
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¿Cuál es la respuesta más adecuada del enfermero a un paciente que pregunta por qué debe esperar seis semanas antes de tener relaciones sexuales después de un infarto de miocardio?
¿Cuál es la respuesta más adecuada del enfermero a un paciente que pregunta por qué debe esperar seis semanas antes de tener relaciones sexuales después de un infarto de miocardio?
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Empareja las características con la descripción correcta:
Empareja las características con la descripción correcta:
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¿Cuál es un síntoma de la fiebre escarlatina?
¿Cuál es un síntoma de la fiebre escarlatina?
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Los enemas son recomendados para cualquier tipo de examen radiográfico.
Los enemas son recomendados para cualquier tipo de examen radiográfico.
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La fiebre escarlatina puede presentar síntomas como malestar, fiebre y anorexia.
La fiebre escarlatina puede presentar síntomas como malestar, fiebre y anorexia.
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Relaciona las intervenciones de enfermería con la situación correspondiente:
Relaciona las intervenciones de enfermería con la situación correspondiente:
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Menciona un signo que puede observarse en la fiebre escarlatina.
Menciona un signo que puede observarse en la fiebre escarlatina.
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Es necesario llevar al paciente a __________ si los síntomas indican una situación de emergencia.
Es necesario llevar al paciente a __________ si los síntomas indican una situación de emergencia.
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¿Cuál es la acción más importante que debe realizar la enfermera al administrar una alimentación enteral a través de una sonda nasogástrica?
¿Cuál es la acción más importante que debe realizar la enfermera al administrar una alimentación enteral a través de una sonda nasogástrica?
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Los picos altos en la onda 'T' en un electrocardiograma indican hipopotasemia.
Los picos altos en la onda 'T' en un electrocardiograma indican hipopotasemia.
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¿Cuál es el nivel normal de potasio en suero?
¿Cuál es el nivel normal de potasio en suero?
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La correcta colocación de la sonda nasogástrica puede ser verificada mediante la __________.
La correcta colocación de la sonda nasogástrica puede ser verificada mediante la __________.
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Asocie los siguientes niveles de potasio con el diagnóstico correspondiente:
Asocie los siguientes niveles de potasio con el diagnóstico correspondiente:
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¿Cuál de los siguientes patrones de EKG indica que la infusión de potasio debe ser interrumpida?
¿Cuál de los siguientes patrones de EKG indica que la infusión de potasio debe ser interrumpida?
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Aspirar el contenido gástrico es la acción más importante que debe realizar la enfermera antes de administrar la alimentación enteral.
Aspirar el contenido gástrico es la acción más importante que debe realizar la enfermera antes de administrar la alimentación enteral.
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La enfermera debe notificar al proveedor de atención médica sobre la necesidad de interrumpir la infusión de potasio cuando aparezcan ondas 'T' __________.
La enfermera debe notificar al proveedor de atención médica sobre la necesidad de interrumpir la infusión de potasio cuando aparezcan ondas 'T' __________.
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¿Cuál es la descripción más precisa sobre la dosis de diphenhydramine prescrita al niño de 30 kg?
¿Cuál es la descripción más precisa sobre la dosis de diphenhydramine prescrita al niño de 30 kg?
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Los testículos normalmente deben descender al momento del nacimiento.
Los testículos normalmente deben descender al momento del nacimiento.
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¿Cuál es la dosis correcta de diphenhydramine que debe recibir el niño al día?
¿Cuál es la dosis correcta de diphenhydramine que debe recibir el niño al día?
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La dosis pediátrica de diphenhydramine es de _____ mg/kg/día.
La dosis pediátrica de diphenhydramine es de _____ mg/kg/día.
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Si un niño tiene un testículo no descendido, ¿cuál es la afirmación más precisa?
Si un niño tiene un testículo no descendido, ¿cuál es la afirmación más precisa?
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Asocia el medicamento con su uso principal:
Asocia el medicamento con su uso principal:
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Es aceptable ajustar la dosis de diphenhydramine según los síntomas sin consultar a un médico.
Es aceptable ajustar la dosis de diphenhydramine según los síntomas sin consultar a un médico.
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¿Qué debe hacer la madre si solo siente un testículo en el saco escrotal de su hijo?
¿Qué debe hacer la madre si solo siente un testículo en el saco escrotal de su hijo?
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