Instructions:Refer to the medication label for Atropine Sulf…
Instructions:Refer to the medication label for Atropine Sulfate Injection, USP (400 mcg/mL): Scenario:You are working in the pediatric emergency department. A 5-year-old patient weighing 18 kg presents with symptomatic bradycardia. The provider orders Atropine 0.02 mg/kg IV push. According to pediatric advanced life support (PALS) guidelines, the maximum single dose of atropine IV for a child is 0.5 mg. You have Atropine 400 mcg/mL available in a multiple-dose vial. Multi-Part Clinical Calculation Question: What is the calculated dose in mg for this patient based on their weight? Does this dose exceed the maximum allowed by PALS guidelines? (Yes or No) Based on the appropriate dose, how many milliliters (mL) should you draw up and administer? Note: Please express your answer in the following format, using the appropriate values for each blank: Dose ordered: | Volume to administer: [] mL