Paediatrics

Question 1

Background information

Answer 1

Age and sex
Weight of child
If weight not known try find out if child is considered under or overweight for their age
Height (needed for some drugs like cytotoxic agents)
If patient is young infant (less than 3 months) were they premature? If so what is their gestational age
Intended route of administration - if oral can child swallow tablets
Any problems that may affect drug or formulation choice e.g., renal failure, cystic fibrosis, fluid requirements