Drug Calculations / Measurements Flashcards
1
Q
Most Commonly Used Measurement System in Vet Med
A
Metric System
2
Q
Convert
kg to lb
A
1 kg = 2.2 lbs
2
Q
Macro vs Micro Drip Set
A
- Micro = 60 gtt/mL
- Macro = 15 gtt/mL
3
Q
Determine Drip Rate
A
(amount per time to give) x (drip set)
* convert answer to gtt / sec
* if decimal, make whole number
* ex: 0.25 gtt/sec; times by 4 to get 1 drip every 4 sec
4
Q
Solutions
% to mg/mL
A
1% = 10 mg/mL
