Free BCEN Certified Flight Registered Nurse (CFRN) Practice Question

The consideration of body mass index (BMI) is crucial for determining appropriate drug dosing in bariatric patients. Traditional dosing guidelines often do not apply as the distribution, metabolism, and excretion of drugs can be significantly altered in individuals with increased body mass. This can help prevent under-dosing or overdosing, ensuring both efficacy and safety. Other factors such as the route of administration and patient's comorbid conditions are relevant but secondary to the primary adjustment required for body mass.