A nurse is preparing an injection for a child whose weight is recorded in kilograms. Which action is most important before administering the medicine?
Correct answer: A. Compare the dose with the child’s weight
- A. Compare the dose with the child’s weight
- B. Estimate the dose from the child’s age
- C. Use the dose prepared for an adult
- D. Round the dose to a convenient volume
Explanation
Paediatric doses are commonly prescribed according to body weight, so the nurse must compare the calculated dose with the prescription and a reliable reference. Age alone is not a safe substitute, and doses must not be rounded without guidance.
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