A nurse is caring for a patient who is receiving pain medica…

A nurse is caring for a patient who is receiving pain medication through a saline lock. After obtaining a good blood return when the nurse is flushing the patient’s peripheral IV, the patient reports pain. Upon assessment, the nurse notices a red streak that is warm and tender to the touch. What is the nurse’s initial action?

A 22 pound pediatric patient  is being treated with penicill…

A 22 pound pediatric patient  is being treated with penicillin.  The order is:  Penicillin 100mg po every 8 hours.  The package insert states that the pediatric dose of 25-50mg/kg/day is recommended in three equally divided doses.  What is the range of medication that is appropriate for the day for this pediatric patient?