A 42-lb (19-kg)child is admitted for initial management of cardiomyopathy (CMP).The physician leaves orders for carvedilol (Coreg),15 mg orally twice a day.What action by the nurse is most appropriate?
A) Ask the provider to clarify the dose.
B) Consult pharmacy about the drug choice.
C) Give the medication as ordered.
D) Withhold any antacids in this patient.

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Coreg is a beta blocker and is used in the treatment of CMP.The safe dose for this drug is 0.07 mg/kg,with a maximal dose of 0.5 mg/kg.The dose of 15 mg is far above the safe dose range.The nurse should consult the provider about the dose.Consulting pharmacy about the appropriateness of this drug is unnecessary.There is no contraindication to antacids.

A 42-Lb (19-Kg)child Is Admitted for Initial Management of Cardiomyopathy