units/conversions
How many ounces in a pound?
16 ounces = 1 pound
How many mL in 1 oz?
1oz =30 mL
How many pounds are in a kilogram?
2.2 lbs = 1 kg
How many tsp in a tbsp?
3 tsp = 1 tbsp
How many tsp in a mL?
1 tsp = 5 mL
How many micrograms(mcg) in a milligram (mg)?
1000 mcg = 1 mg
What is ac?
before meals
How many mg in a g?
1000mg=1g
How do you calculate pediatric fluid requirements (daily maintenance fluid requirement) ?
100mL/kg = first 10 kg + 50mL/kg = additional 10 kg + 20mL/kg = reminder of weight in kg
What abbreviations need clarification?
The abbreviation "qd" (daily) can be misinterpreted as "qid" (four times daily), which could result in improper medication administration and potential medication toxicity. The nurse should clarify the prescription with the provider.
A nurse is teaching a newly licensed nurse about administering IM injections to children. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
The nurse should administer no more than 1 mL of medication via an IM injection in infants. Young or small infants might not tolerate more than 0.5 mL of medication per injection due to small muscle size.
A nurse is preparing to administer a dose of a liquid medication to a 6-month-old infant. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
The nurse should offer the infant a feeding after administering the medication to ensure the infant has completely swallowed the medication.
A nurse is planning to administer an IM medication to a 2-month-old infant. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
The nurse should use a 22- to 30-gauge needle to administer an IM injection for a 2-month-old infant to prevent tissue damage.
What is considered a metric measurement?
meters (length), liters (volume), grams (weight or mass)
What is PO?
prescribed orally
what is t.i.d?
three times a day
what is b.i.d?
twice a day