1answer.
Ask question
Login Signup
Ask question
All categories
  • English
  • Mathematics
  • Social Studies
  • Business
  • History
  • Health
  • Geography
  • Biology
  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Computers and Technology
  • Arts
  • World Languages
  • Spanish
  • French
  • German
  • Advanced Placement (AP)
  • SAT
  • Medicine
  • Law
  • Engineering
Kryger [21]
3 years ago
8

A dose of aspirin of 5.0 mg per kilogram of body weight has been prescribed to reduce the fever of an infant weighing 8.5 pounds

. The number of milligrams of aspirin that should be administered is A) 19 mg. B) 53 mg. C) 1.6 mg. D) 5.0 mg. E) 0.59 mg.
Health
1 answer:
Vladimir [108]3 years ago
8 0

Answer:

The best answer choice for the question: The number of milligrams of aspirin that should be administered is:___, would be, A: 19 mg.

Explanation:

First, it must always be remembered that dosages of any type of medication will be vastly different when administered to children, than when administered in adults. In children, the body mass of the child, as well as the miligrams of a medication, and the number of times it must be given, have to be computed so that the exact mgs are administered. If too few is given, then in this case the baby´s fever will not break. If too much, severe repercussions can follow, due to overdose. In essence, the first step here is that the body of the child in pounds must be transfomed to its equivalent in kgms. Second, the body weight of the child will be multiplied by the total dose ordered. Since the kilograms of this child are 3.86, this multiplied by 5.0 will give us a total of 19 mgs. So, the infant must receive 19 mg of aspirin a day to break the fever.

You might be interested in
Describe each of the three heat-related illnesses and how to treat them.
DerKrebs [107]
Heat cramps
Heat exhaustion
Heat stroke


Heat cramps-

Move to a cool place and rest. Don't continue the activity.
Remove excess clothing and place cool cloths on skin; fan skin.
Give cool sports drinks containing salt and sugar.
Stretch cramped muscles slowly and gently.


Heat exhaustion-
Move to a cool place and rest.
Remove excess clothing and place cool cloths on skin; fan skin.
Give cool sports drinks containing salt and sugar.
If no improvement or unable to take fluids, take your child to an emergency room immediately. IV (intravenous) fluids may be needed.
Heat stroke

Warm, dry skin
High fever, usually over 104° F (or 40° C)
Rapid heart rate
Loss of appetite
Nausea
Vomiting
Headache
Fatigue
Confusion
Agitation
Lethargy
Stupor
Seizures, coma, and death are possible
Move to a cool place and rest.
Call 911 or your local emergency medical service. Heat stroke is a life-threatening medical emergency and needs to be treated by a doctor.
Remove excess clothing and drench skin with cool water; fan skin.
Place ice bags on the armpits and groin areas.
Offer cool fluids if alert and able to drink.

Heat stroke-

Move to a cool place and rest.
Call 911 or your local emergency medical service. Heat stroke is a life-threatening medical emergency and needs to be treated by a doctor.
Remove excess clothing and drench skin with cool water; fan skin.
Place ice bags on the armpits and groin areas.
Offer cool fluids if alert and able to drink.
7 0
3 years ago
DATING DISCUSSION, What are your concerns about dating, relationships, and sex? Post a response to the discussion board that ans
Monica [59]

Before deciding to date, what should you consider? Include at least three important considerations: Before you decide to start dating, you need to understand your boundaries. These can range from emotional boundaries to physical boundaries. You also need to have a plan to keep those boundaries in place. Second, you must also consider your maturity and how you handle situations. Lastly, you must consider other people's opinions.

What are some important decisions to make before deciding to have sex? Include at least three important considerations: First and foremost, having sex should be YOUR decision! You should never feel pressured or rushed to have sex with someone. Second, you and your partner must be completely honest about previous sexual encounters and sexual history. Third, you need to ask yourself if you are completely ready and comfortable with yourself and your partner to have sex. This is important because your body reacts to stress and nervousness. This makes the sex less enjoyable for both of you.

I'm not sure how to answer the last two questions, but I hope that gives you a general idea. <3

3 0
3 years ago
What’s wrong with me if I come out out of a cold shower and my legs won’t hold me up and feel like I’m gunna fall back but catch
Inessa05 [86]
That is something that cant be explained you will have to go to a doctor or a medical person or physician for that .
or try avoid using a cold shower take a hot shower
6 0
3 years ago
Read 2 more answers
If you're planning to drink, you should?
mixas84 [53]
If you are planning to drink, you should be responsible in many ways. If you are going out to drink with friends, pick a designated driver ( a member of the group that abstains from alcohol in order to drive the others safely). Try to limit your drink intake unless you dont mind getting sick later. You can drink and still have fun with just a buzz and not full blown drunk. However, that is your choice. If everyone in the group wants to drink, I would suggest drinking somewheres that you know you casn crash at so you wont have to drive. I:f you go to a party or a bar, never leave your drink unattended because someone might slip something in it when you are not looking. Of corse you need to be of proper age to drink and never give alcohol to minors. Always eat something before you drink so you wont get drunk too fast. Never drink and drive!!! If you go out drinking by yourself or with people you just met, you really should stay as alert as you can. set a limit for yourself and stick to uit. If you know you can only handle 3 or 4 drinks then dont go over that limit. I always save the tabs off the cans I drink or tops off of the bottles and put it in my pocket so I can keep track of how much I drank. If you are on any type of medication, it is vitally important to do some research and see if it is even safe for you to drink while on your medication. It's nice to drink and have fun but do it safely. Advil or tylenol will help with the hangover you probably will have the next day. Believe it or not, eating bread wiull help you sober up, as well as drinking water. If you go out ot drink and absolutly have no one to drive you home or pick you up from where you are then stay the night if possible (if its at a persons house that you trust) and if that doesn't work then STOP drinking an hour before you want to drive home. ABSOLUTELY NO DRIVING while you are drunk. If you can barely stand up or keep your eyes open or if your eyes are blurry in any way, then that's a sign for you not to drive and sober up!!!! If nessasarry, sit in your car, maybe nap if you need to but do not attempt to drive. You are smart enough to know

6 0
3 years ago
Read 2 more answers
List two warning sighs or red flags that a person may be a victim of dating abuse
d1i1m1o1n [39]

https://www.thehotline.org/2012/09/11/red-flags-of-abuse/

hope it helps

add me on snap dylansmithhsh

3 0
3 years ago
Other questions:
  • When medication is dispensed, and a patient is required to pay a previously determined amount of money for that medication thems
    14·1 answer
  • Select the correct answer. Dana regularly sees healthcare providers at three different facilities. One of the doctors wants to t
    8·1 answer
  • ____________ igneous rock is dense and has a dark color
    15·2 answers
  • how does the way water changes from one state to anoatehr compare to the way other substances change ?
    8·2 answers
  • Depressants are very similar to the effects of alcohol​
    5·1 answer
  • Carry oxygen to cells and take carbon dioxide away
    12·2 answers
  • Help i kum inside my sister
    10·2 answers
  • What is a phrase that describes a primary care physician with a good bedside manner?
    13·1 answer
  • Which of the following is an example of how HIV can be transmitted from one person to another?
    7·1 answer
  • Label The Female Reproductive System! Brainliest Give Away. Homework Help
    5·2 answers
Add answer
Login
Not registered? Fast signup
Signup
Login Signup
Ask question!