Pediatric Health and Medication Administration

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Which organ is primarily responsible for breaking down and detoxifying most medications?

  • Kidney
  • Lungs
  • Liver (correct)
  • Heart

What factors impact the metabolism and excretion of medications in children?

  • Age and gender
  • Growth and maturation (correct)
  • Height and weight
  • Diet and exercise

Which formulas are commonly used to calculate pediatric medication dosage?

  • Age, gender, and body mass index
  • Weight, body mass index, and body surface area
  • Height, age, and body mass index
  • Height, weight, and body surface area (correct)

How are children's medication dosages most often calculated?

<p>Per body weight (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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