A child who weighs 20 kg is prescribed an intravenous (IV)aminophylline (Truphylline)loading dose of 500 mg.What is the nurse's best action?

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The recommended loading dose of IV aminophylline is 5 to 7 mg/kg,which is a dosage between 100 and 140 mg.The 500-mg prescription is between four and five times the recommended dose.It is possible that this is the dosage that is needed; however,because it is very far out of the recommended range,the dosage should be rechecked with the prescriber (and a pharmacist).If this dosage is to be administered,the child should be in an intensive care unit.

A Child Who Weighs 20 Kg Is Prescribed an Intravenous