AngelFireMama

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1. "Maintenance dose" math question.

   AngelFireMama replied to Nursing2102's topic in Student Assist

   They are correct!!! Dilantin would first be given as a loading dose, and then be "maintained". You would not combine a loading dose with a maintenance dose!!

2. 2nd Time Taking NCLEX...265 questions

   AngelFireMama replied to NurseDove2015's topic in NCLEX

   Congratulations!! I can't wait until I am in that same boat!!! YOU ROCK!!!!

3. Help with IV infusion rate answer

   AngelFireMama replied to Reese2012's topic in Student Assist

   I had a hard time using straight dimensional analysis when it came to these questions. I relied on a formula from my book that works perfectly every time. Ordered mg/kg/min x patient's weight in kg x 60 (divided by) mcg/mL. So the first thing I go is...