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What is the equivalent of 100 mg in grams?
What is the equivalent of 100 mg in grams?
How many milliliters are there in 1 liter?
How many milliliters are there in 1 liter?
If a patient is to receive Digoxin 0.25 mg po qd, what does 'po' indicate?
If a patient is to receive Digoxin 0.25 mg po qd, what does 'po' indicate?
How many pounds is equivalent to 60 kg?
How many pounds is equivalent to 60 kg?
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What is the military time representation of 9:00 PM?
What is the military time representation of 9:00 PM?
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What is the drip rate for administering acyclovir (Zovirax) 500 mg IVPB reconstituted with 100 mL over 1 hour, using a drip factor of 10 gtt/mL?
What is the drip rate for administering acyclovir (Zovirax) 500 mg IVPB reconstituted with 100 mL over 1 hour, using a drip factor of 10 gtt/mL?
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If 1500 mL of D5W is ordered to infuse from 0800 to 2000, what is the required hourly infusion rate?
If 1500 mL of D5W is ordered to infuse from 0800 to 2000, what is the required hourly infusion rate?
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At what time will a 900 mL IV solution infused at 100 mL/hour be completed if it starts at 0900?
At what time will a 900 mL IV solution infused at 100 mL/hour be completed if it starts at 0900?
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What will be the drip rate when administering 500 mL of NS over 4 hours with a drip factor of 20 gtt/mL?
What will be the drip rate when administering 500 mL of NS over 4 hours with a drip factor of 20 gtt/mL?
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For the order of doxycycline (Vibramycin) 100 mg IVPB infused over 1 hour with a volume of 250 mL and drip factor of 10 gtt/mL, how many drops per minute is required?
For the order of doxycycline (Vibramycin) 100 mg IVPB infused over 1 hour with a volume of 250 mL and drip factor of 10 gtt/mL, how many drops per minute is required?
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What is the total number of minutes in 3 hours?
What is the total number of minutes in 3 hours?
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Which type of IV fluid is represented by D5½NS?
Which type of IV fluid is represented by D5½NS?
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What is the drip rate for a 1000 mL IV bag of NS infusing at 100 mL/hour using a macrodrip set with a drip factor of 15 gtt/mL?
What is the drip rate for a 1000 mL IV bag of NS infusing at 100 mL/hour using a macrodrip set with a drip factor of 15 gtt/mL?
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If an order reads '1000 mL D5W at 100 mL/hour', how long will the IV run?
If an order reads '1000 mL D5W at 100 mL/hour', how long will the IV run?
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Which type of IV set is typically used for administering large volumes of fluid over a short period of time?
Which type of IV set is typically used for administering large volumes of fluid over a short period of time?
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What is the primary purpose of a secondary IV infusion (piggyback)?
What is the primary purpose of a secondary IV infusion (piggyback)?
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Which of the following is NOT required for operating an electronic infusion pump?
Which of the following is NOT required for operating an electronic infusion pump?
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What is the correct formula for calculating the number of hours an IV will run?
What is the correct formula for calculating the number of hours an IV will run?
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How should arithmetic be carried out when using a 3-mL syringe?
How should arithmetic be carried out when using a 3-mL syringe?
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What is the first step in mixing two insulins in one syringe?
What is the first step in mixing two insulins in one syringe?
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What is the purpose of gently rotating cloudy insulin vials?
What is the purpose of gently rotating cloudy insulin vials?
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Which insulin is the only type that can be administered intravenously?
Which insulin is the only type that can be administered intravenously?
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When calculating the amount of liquid medication to draw up, what is the resulting number of mL needed for a patient receiving 25 mg of promethazine at a concentration of 12.5 mg/mL?
When calculating the amount of liquid medication to draw up, what is the resulting number of mL needed for a patient receiving 25 mg of promethazine at a concentration of 12.5 mg/mL?
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What is the correct order of actions when preparing an injection using an insulin syringe?
What is the correct order of actions when preparing an injection using an insulin syringe?
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Why is it important to draw the regular insulin before the NPH insulin when mixing?
Why is it important to draw the regular insulin before the NPH insulin when mixing?
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Is the statement 'Always draw up the regular insulin into the syringe first' true or false?
Is the statement 'Always draw up the regular insulin into the syringe first' true or false?
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Study Notes
Chapter 2 Conversions
- 100 mg = 0.1 g
- 1 L = 1000 mL
- 10 mcg = 0.01 mg
- 110 lb = 50 kg
- 60 mL = 4 tbsp
- 5 mL = 1 tsp
- 1 L = 0.001 kg
- 500 mL = 0.5 L
- 60 kg = 132 lb
- 0.25 L = 250 mL
- ¼ L = 250 mL
Chapter 3 Drug Abbreviations, Labels, and Packaging
- Interpret the prescription: This section focuses on understanding medical abbreviations and dosages, such as time intervals (q8h, qd, BID) and routes (IM, po).
- Tobramycin 70 mg IM q8h: 70 milligrams of Tobramycin administered intramuscularly every 8 hours.
- Digoxin 0.25 mg po qd: 0.25 milligrams of Digoxin administered orally once daily.
- Tylenol 325 mg tabs two po BID: Two 325-milligram Tylenol tablets administered orally twice daily.
Convert to Military Time
- 5:00 PM = 1700
- 9:00 PM = 2100
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Test your knowledge on unit conversions and drug abbreviations from Pharmacology Chapters 2 and 3. This quiz covers essential conversions, understanding prescription labels, and military time conversions. Perfect for anyone studying medication administration.
