Which of the following statements is correct with regards to drug dosing in chronic kidney disease (CKD)?
A. The loading dose of vancomycin needs to be decreased in patients with chronic renal failure Wrong Choice!
B. The induction dose of propofol for intubation in CKD patients must be significantly reduced Wrong Choice!
C. The dose of tobramycin needs to be reduced in patients with CKD Wrong Choice!
D. The duration of action of cisatracurium is not prolonged in renal failure because of its Hoffman elimination Correct Choice
Answer:D
Which of the following statements is correct with regards to drug dosing in chronic kidney disease (CKD)?
A. The loading dose of vancomycin needs to be decreased in patients with chronic renal failure Wrong Choice! B. The induction dose of propofol for intubation in CKD patients must be significantly reduced Wrong Choice! C. The dose of tobramycin needs to be reduced in patients with CKD Wrong Choice! D. The duration of action of cisatracurium is not prolonged in renal failure because of its Hoffman elimination Correct Choice