Zidovudine oral solution 24 mg/kg PO BID has been ordered for a newborn at risk for HIV.

On hand is 3000 grams.

Calculate the amount to be administered in ml per dose.

Choice A rationale

Platelets at 140,000 mg are within the normal range and are not typically indicative of postpartum complications like a thrombus.

Choice B rationale

Hemoglobin at 7 mg/dl indicates anemia but is not directly related to the symptoms of pain and tenderness in the calf.

Choice C rationale

A WBC count of 15,000 could indicate an infection or inflammatory process but is not specific to deep vein thrombosis (DVT).

Choice D rationale

Fibrinogen at 600 mg/dl is elevated and can be a marker for increased coagulation activity, which is associated with an increased risk of thrombosis. .

Choice A rationale

Unstable vital signs in a newborn could be attributed to various causes such as infection, respiratory issues, or cardiovascular problems. It is not directly linked to the absence of phytonadione injection.

Choice B rationale

Low glucose levels in a newborn can result from conditions like prematurity, maternal diabetes, or feeding issues and are not a direct consequence of the absence of a phytonadione injection.

Choice C rationale

Acrocyanosis, a bluish discoloration of the hands and feet, is a common and benign finding in newborns due to immature blood circulation and is not related to the absence of phytonadione.

Choice D rationale

Phytonadione (vitamin K) is essential for blood clotting. Absence of this injection can lead to bleeding issues, such as oozing at circumcision sites, due to vitamin K deficiency bleeding (VKDB).