Pediatrics Proctored exam
Calculation
Intake Name Intake Time Intake Consumed 1 apple 0815 15 grams carbohydrate 8 ounces of milk 0815 12 grams carbohydrate Bowl of cereal 0815 48 grams carbohydrate 2 pieces of toast 0815 15 grams carbohydrate The nurse is preparing to administer insulin to a child per the following prescription: Administer 1 unit of regular insulin for every 15 grams of carbohydrates consumed. Based on the breakfast consumed above, how many units of regular insulin should the nurse administer? Record your answer using a whole number.
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Explanation & Rationale
Step 1: Calculate total carbohydrate intake 1 apple = 15 g 8 oz milk = 12 g Bowl of cereal = 48 g 2 pieces of toast = 15 g Total carbohydrates: 15 + 12 + 48 + 15 = 90 g Step 2: Determine insulin dose Prescription: 1 unit per 15 g carbohydrate Insulin dose = 90 ÷ 15 = 6 units Final Answer: 6 units
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