This problem will have 4 answers. The physician orders Ancef 400mg IV every 8 hours for a child weighing 44 lbs. You have on hand Ancef 330 mg/mL. The recommended daily IV dosage for a child is 75 mg/kg/day.

1. What is the child's weight in kg? 

a) High Glucose: A high glucose diet is not typically recommended for patients with hypertension or heart failure, as it may lead to insulin resistance or contribute to obesity, which exacerbates these conditions.

b) Pureed Diet: A pureed diet is typically prescribed for patients with difficulty swallowing, not specifically for those with hypertension or heart failure.

c) High Mineral: A high mineral diet might not be appropriate for patients with hypertension or heart failure, as certain minerals (like sodium) should be restricted.

d) Sodium-restricted diet: A sodium-restricted diet is commonly prescribed for patients with hypertension or heart failure to help control fluid retention and blood pressure. Reducing sodium intake helps manage these conditions effectively.

a) Hemoglobin (Hgb) 11.3 g/dL: While a hemoglobin level of 11.3 g/dL is slightly below normal, it is not a definitive indicator of malnutrition. It may be related to anemia but not necessarily malnutrition.

b) Pre-albumin 10 mg/dL: Pre-albumin is a protein that reflects short-term nutritional status. A value of 10 mg/dL is below the normal range and suggests malnutrition, as pre-albumin levels decrease in states of inadequate protein intake.

c) Creatinine 1.9 mg/dL: Elevated creatinine levels typically indicate kidney dysfunction, not malnutrition. It is a marker of kidney health, not nutritional status.

d) Hematocrit (Hct) 56%: A hematocrit level of 56% is elevated, which could indicate dehydration, polycythemia, or other conditions, but it is not a direct indicator of malnutrition.