Order: 1,000 mL. NS to infuse in eight hours. At what rate in mL/h will you set the pump?

A. "I may experience urinary retention, dry mouth, and constipation."

This statement is accurate. Urinary retention, dry mouth, and constipation are common side effects of carbidopa-levodopa. The patient should be aware of these potential side effects and report them to the healthcare provider if they become problematic.

B. "I may feel dizzy at first, but this side effect will go away with time."

This statement is accurate. Dizziness is a common initial side effect of carbidopa-levodopa, and it often improves with continued use. The patient should be encouraged to report persistent dizziness to the healthcare provider.

C. "I should report nightmares and mental disturbances to my provider."

This statement is accurate. Nightmares and mental disturbances can be side effects of carbidopa-levodopa. The patient should report these symptoms to the healthcare provider for further evaluation and potential adjustments to the medication.

D. "I should take the drug with food to increase absorption."

This statement indicates a need for further teaching. Carbidopa-levodopa is best absorbed when taken on an empty stomach. Taking it with food, especially high-protein meals, can reduce its absorption. The patient should be instructed to take the medication at least 30 minutes before meals or one to two hours after meals for optimal effectiveness.

To calculate the dose of fluconazole for a child who weighs 44 pounds, you need to convert the weight to kilograms and the dose to milligrams.

One kilogram is equal to 2.2 pounds, so 44 pounds is 44 / 2.2 = 20 kilograms.

The dose of fluconazole is 5 mg/kg, so 5 mg x 20 kg = 100 mg.

The label on the bottle says that each tablet contains 50 mg of fluconazole, so you need to divide the dose by the tablet strength to get the number of tablets. 100 mg / 50 mg = 2 tablets.

Therefore, you should administer two tablets of fluconazole once a day for this child.