Nausea and Vomiting - Pediatric Flashcards
1
Q
Nausea and Vomiting - Pediatric:
How should the pediatric patient be seated when presenting with a chief complaint of nausea and vomiting?
A
In a position of comfort, preferably sitting upright
2
Q
Nausea and Vomiting - Pediatric:
What is the minimum age requirement in order to administer a pediatric patient ondansetron (Zofran)?
What is the correct dose to administer?
A
➢ 1 month old
➢ 0.15 mg/kg IV up to 4 mg slow IVP over 2 minutes
may be administered IM
