1. A child is to receive phenobarbital 2 mg/kg IV on call as a preoperative sedative. The child weighs 64 pounds. How many milligrams will the child receive for this dose? 2. Decreased cardiac output...

1. A child is to receive phenobarbital 2 mg/kg IV on call as a preoperative sedative. The child weighs 64 pounds. How many milligrams will the child receive for this dose?

2. Decreased cardiac output related to the adverse effects of CNS stimulants (e.g., palpitations and tachycardia)