Dosage Conversion Hand-out PDF
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This document provides conversion factors for volume, weight, and temperature, geared towards dosage calculation. It's likely part of a course or curriculum for healthcare professionals.
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**NURA 1160: Methods of Dosage Calculation** **Conversion Factors (memorize)** **[Volume]** 1. 1 tsp = 5 mL 2. 1 T = 15 mL 3. 1 oz = 30 mL 4. 1 L = 1,000 mL 5. 1 c = 8 oz = 240 or 250 mL 6. 1 pint = 2 cups = 16 oz = 500 mL 7. 1 qt = 2 pt = 1 L or 1000 mL 8. 1 pint = 480 mL **[Weig...
**NURA 1160: Methods of Dosage Calculation** **Conversion Factors (memorize)** **[Volume]** 1. 1 tsp = 5 mL 2. 1 T = 15 mL 3. 1 oz = 30 mL 4. 1 L = 1,000 mL 5. 1 c = 8 oz = 240 or 250 mL 6. 1 pint = 2 cups = 16 oz = 500 mL 7. 1 qt = 2 pt = 1 L or 1000 mL 8. 1 pint = 480 mL **[Weight]** 9. 1 kg = 1,000 g 10. 1 g = 1,000 mg 11. 1 mg = 1, 000 mcg 12. 1 kg = 2.2 lb 13. 1 lb = 16 oz **[Measurement]** 14. 1 in = 2.54 cm **[Temperature Conversions]** °C = (°F -- 32) ÷ 1.8 °F = (°C x 1.8) + 32 **Rev. 8.13.24**
