NSG 097 - Calculating Pediatric Medication Dosages

Institution:

Henry Ford College

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Description:

(0.5 Credit Hours) Aids the student experiencing difficulty with calculating dosages. Emphasis is on working pediatric medication/intravenous problems with accuracy within a realistic time period. Knowledge of the process of calculating pediatric dosages based on weight, body surface area, and intravenous flow rates is gained. Proficiency is attained through classwork, practice problems, and practice timed testing. Four hours of class on two Saturdays. Winter semester only. Prerequisites: Enrollment in a pediatric nursing course Co- requisites: NSG 250

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0.50

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.hfcc.edu

Phone Number:

(313) 845-9600

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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