Dosage Calculation

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What is the formula to calculate the volume of medication to administer based on the ordered dose and available concentration?

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Volume (mL) = (Ordered Dose (units) / Available Concentration (units/mL))

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How do you convert military time to standard time?

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To convert military time to standard time, subtract 12 from the hour if it is greater than 12 and add 'PM'; if it is less than 12, it is 'AM'.

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What is the conversion factor between milligrams (mg) and micrograms (mcg)?

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1 mg = 1000 mcg.

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How do you convert centimeters (cm) to millimeters (mm)?

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To convert cm to mm, multiply the length value by 10.

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What is the weight conversion from pounds (lb) to kilograms (kg)?

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1 lb = 0.453592 kg.

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How do you calculate the total volume of medication needed for multiple doses?

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Total Volume = Volume per Dose x Number of Doses.

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What is the significance of rounding in medication dosage calculations?

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Rounding is important to ensure safe and accurate dosing, especially for pediatric and geriatric patients.

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What is the formula for converting ounces (oz) to milliliters (mL)?

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1 oz = 29.5735 mL.

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How do you determine the correct dosage for a pediatric patient based on weight?

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Dosage for pediatric patients is often calculated using mg/kg of body weight.

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What is the importance of double-checking calculations in medication administration?

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Double-checking helps prevent medication errors and ensures patient safety.