Metric And SI Abbrev Flashcards

1
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CC

A

Cubic centimeter
Usually for gases but can be used for liquids
1cc=16drops
DO NOT SUB mL

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2
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G

A

Gram

1 gram = 2 paper clips

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3
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Kg

A

Kilogram

1 kg = 2.2 lb

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4
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L

A

Liter

1 L is a little more than 1 quart

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5
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Mcg

A

Microgram

1000mcg = 1mg

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6
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MEq or mEq

A

milliequivalent

DO NOT USE milligram

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7
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Mg

A

Milligram

1000mg=1g

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8
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ML

A

Milliliter

1mL = 1cc

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9
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Unit

A

Measure of biological activity
Penicillin potassium 300,000 units
Not calculated by nurses

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