Ch. 3 (practical Calculations)

Question 1

What system of measurement is most frequently used?

Answer 1

The metric system (grams, liters)

Question 2

The apothecary system measures in:

Answer 2

Grains, Ounces

Question 3

The household system measures in:

Answer 3

Gtt(drops), teaspoons, tablespoons

Question 4

How do you convert pounds to kilograms?

Answer 4

Divide the pounds by 2.2

Question 5

How do you concert from kilograms to pounds?

Answer 5

Multiple the weight in pounds by 2.2

Question 6

The ability to conduct an electrical current is measured in what units?

Answer 6

Equivalents

Question 7

A milliequivalent is one-one thousandth (1/1000) of an

Answer 7

Equivalent

Question 8

What is the abbreviation of milliequivalent and what does it commonly measure?

Answer 8

mEq - electrolytes

Question 9

What is a constant rate infusion (CRI)?

Answer 9

Used to deliver a steady and continuous dose of a drug through an IVC (dose is often given as mcg/kg/min)

Question 10

What is 2% lidocaine solution in mg/ml?

Answer 10

20mg/ml