Standard Dosage Calculation Review - Exam 1 Flashcards
1
Q
How many mg is 1000 mcg?
A
1mg
2
Q
How many mg is 1 grain (gr)?
A
60mg
3
Q
How many mg is 1 gm?
A
1000mg
4
Q
How many cc in 1 teaspoon?
A
5cc
5
Q
How many lbs in 1kg?
A
2.2lb
6
Q
How many mL in 1oz?
A
30mL
7
Q
How many quarts is 1000mL?
A
1 quart also 1 liter
8
Q
Electronic Infusion Device Formula
A
mL/min X 60min/1hr = mL/hr
9
Q
Gravity Drip Formula
A
mL/min X gtt/1mL = gtts/min
10
Q
Maximum rate of infusion
A
The maximum amount of medication that can be given in the minimum amount of time
11
Q
How much flush volume to clear the line of medication?
A
20 mL in regular tubing
4 mL in syringe tubing
12
Q
How much flush before and after medication administration with a saline lock?
A
3 mL
