A 110 kg patient has argatroban ordered at 3 mcg/kg/min continuous infusion. The argatroban comes from the pharmacy in a 500 mL IV bag labeled “Argatroban 500 mg in 500 mL 0.9% Sodium Chloride”. What rate will the nurse program the infusion pump to deliver argatroban at 3 mcg/kg/min?
Read DetailsA cow is inseminated during estrus and ovulates the following day. Three to four days later, a functional CL is present, and progesterone concentrations are increasing. Which change at the utero-tubal junction (UTJ) facilitates normal embryo transport into the uterus?
Read DetailsA nurse is caring for a competent adult client with anorexia nervosa who has a prescribed high-calorie nutritional supplement. The client states, “I understand why you want me to drink it, but I am refusing it.” Which action by the nurse best demonstrates respect for the ethical principle of autonomy?
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Read DetailsA 2-year-old previously healthy girl is brought to clinic with 3 days of fever (Tmax 102.9°F), irritability, drooling, and refusal to eat or drink. Exam reveals numerous shallow ulcers with erythematous bases scattered across the anterior tongue, buccal mucosa, and hard palate, extending onto the vermilion border and perioral skin. The gingiva is diffusely erythematous, friable, and edematous. Submandibular lymph nodes are tender and enlarged bilaterally. She has had no prior episodes of similar lesions. Urine output has decreased over the last 12 hours, and she has refused all oral intake for 8 hours. Which of the following is the most appropriate next step in management?
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