Medication Math Module 4

1 kilogram (kg) is equal to 2.2 pounds (lb)

To convert pounds to kilograms, divide the weight in pounds by 2.2.

The conversion between milligrams (mg), grams (g), and micrograms (µg) is similar to exchanging money: a larger unit (dollar) is exchanged into smaller units (pennies or dimes).

To convert from a larger unit to a smaller unit (e.g., grams to milligrams), multiply the larger number by the conversion factor.

There are 1000 milligrams (mg) in 1 gram (g) and 1000 micrograms (µg) in 1 milligram (mg).

The rate at which a solution is delivered through an intravenous line, measured in drops per minute.

A type of IV infusion set that delivers a smaller amount of fluid per drop, typically 60 drops per milliliter.

A type of IV infusion set that delivers a larger amount of fluid per drop, typically 10 or 15 drops per milliliter.

The amount of medication dissolved in a specific volume of solution.

A calculation that uses the desired dosage, concentration of the IV solution, and the drip rate of the infusion set to determine the flow rate in drops per minute.

A unit of measurement used to express the flow rate of a liquid, often used in medical contexts.

A condition characterized by an abnormally rapid heart rate, typically over 100 beats per minute.

A unit of measurement commonly used for liquid volumes, abbreviated as 'mL'.

A system of measurement used for drugs in the past. It used grains for weight, inches, yards, and miles for linear measures, and minims for volume.

The standard system of measurement for drugs. It's organized and logical, based on a single unit and its multiples or submultiples of 10.

Basic unit of weight in the metric system. It's used to measure solids and mass.

Basic unit of length in the metric system. It's used to measure distance.

Basic unit of volume in the metric system. It's used to measure liquids or fluids.

Prefix meaning one thousandth (1/1000), used in the metric system to indicate smaller units

Prefix meaning one hundredth (1/100), used in the metric system to indicate smaller units

Essential for accurate medication administration. Converting units ensures the patient receives the correct dosage.

A small, concentrated dose of a drug given rapidly through an IV line.

The amount of drug required to achieve the desired effect.

The concentration of the drug in the solution.

The total volume of the drug solution to be administered.

A formula used to calculate the volume of a drug solution needed for a specific dosage.

Converting grams (g) to milligrams (mg).

Converting milligrams (mg) to micrograms (mcg).

Calculating the volume of a medication to administer based on the desired dosage and concentration.

A method used to calculate medication dosages, where you write out the desired dosage, then the available concentration, and then draw a line through the items that have the same units so that you can cross them out and multiply across.

A medical solution that contains epinephrine, a hormone that helps to increase heart rate and blood pressure.

The amount of a medication contained in a specific volume of solution, expressed as a ratio, percentage, or concentration, for example, 1 mg/mL means 1 milligram of medication is present in 1 milliliter of solution.

The process of giving a medication or fluid directly into a vein, usually in a short period of time.

A method of administering medication or fluid over a longer period, using a drip infusion set.

A drip infusion set designed to deliver a small volume of fluid or medication at a slow rate.

A drip infusion set designed to deliver a larger volume of fluid or medication at a faster rate.