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A 2-week-old neonate is admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of possible sepsis. The neonate weighs 3.2 kg, The health care provider prescribes the following orders for the neonate and signs the order sheet. Which order would the nurse question? Progress Notes: 12/01/22- 10am

  • A. Acetaminophen (Tylenol) 10mg/kg per rectum every 4-6 hours prn for pain
  • B. Ampicillin 200mg/kg IV every 6 hours in D5.45 NSSIV @ 125ml/hr.
  • C. Mom may breastfeed ad lib
  • D. Draw blood cultures x 3 in A.M.
Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Ampicillin dosage exceeds recommended levels for neonates.