A nurse is preparing to administer ampicillin to a school-age child who weighs 55 lb. The provider prescribes 50 mg/kg/day in 4 equal doses. Available is ampicillin oral suspension 125 mg/5 mL. How many ml should the nurse administer with each dose?

(Round the answer to the nearest tenth. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)

A. The client is already on a daily dose of Metoprolol, and there is no indication that the dose should be increased. In fact, it is important to monitor the client's blood pressure and heart rate closely due to the potential side effects of Metoprolol.

B. This is the appropriate action since the client is allergic to penicillin, and the prescription for amoxicillin should be reviewed with the provider.

C. There is no indication from the information provided that the client requires a surgical mask when outside their room.

D. The client has been vomiting and experiencing abdominal cramping, which suggests nausea and discomfort. Requesting a prescription for an antiemetic medication is an appropriate action to address these symptoms.

E. There is no indication from the information provided that the client requires contact precautions. The client has a urinary tract infection and is not exhibiting symptoms consistent with a condition that requires contact precautions.

Rationale:

A. Clamping the tube when going for a walk is not recommended because it can cause urine to back up into the bladder.

B. Keeping the drainage bag below the level of the waist is recommended to prevent reflux of urine and reduce the risk of infection.

C. Emptying the drainage bag once a day may not be frequent enough to prevent urinary stasis and infection.

D. Applying antiseptic ointment to the tip of the penis is not recommended because it can cause irritation and discomfort.