A child has narcotic-induced respiratory depression. , Order: naloxone HCl (Narcan) 0.32 mg, IM, stat. , Child's weight: 32 kg , Pediatric dose parameter: 0.01 mg/kg, IM/IV, q2 to 3 min, prn , Drug available:
a. What is the dose parameter?
b. How many milliliters of Narcan would you give the child?

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A child has narcotic-induced respiratory depression. , Order: naloxone HCl (Narcan) 0.32 mg, IM, stat. , Child's weight: 32 kg , Pediatric dose parameter: 0.01 mg/kg, IM/IV, q2 to 3 min, prn , Drug available:  
a. What is the dose parameter?
b. How many milliliters of Narcan would you give the child?

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The Answer of A child has narcotic-induced respiratory depression. , Order: naloxone HCl (Narcan) 0.32 mg, IM, stat. , Child's weight: 32 kg , Pediatric dose parameter: 0.01 mg/kg, IM/IV, q2 to 3 min, prn , Drug available:  
a. What is the dose parameter?
b. How many milliliters of Narcan would you give the child?

A Child Has Narcotic-Induced Respiratory Depression