Question 1

The basic unit of ________ in the metric system is the liter.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The basic unit of ________ in the...

Question 2

Which of the following is a comparison of an apothecary measurement and its equivalent within the apothecary system?

Accepted Answer

A)  60 gtt = 1 tsp 
B)  2 c = 1 pt 
C)  1 fl oz = 8 fl dr 
D)  1 L = 1000 mL 
E)  8 oz = 1 c 
A)  60 gtt = 1 tsp 
B)  2 c = 1 pt 
C)  1 fl oz = 8 fl dr 
D)  1 L = 1000 mL 
E)  8 oz = 1 c

Question 3

The metric equivalent of 1 liter is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  1 milliliter 
B)  1 centiliter 
C)  1 deciliter 
D)  1000 milliliters 
E)  0.001 milliliter 
A)  1 milliliter 
B)  1 centiliter 
C)  1 deciliter 
D)  1000 milliliters 
E)  0.001 milliliter

Question 4

Convert 10 oz to milliliters.

Accepted Answer

A)  50 mL 
B)  120 mL 
C)  225 mL 
D)  280 mL 
E)  300 mL 
A)  50 mL 
B)  120 mL 
C)  225 mL 
D)  280 mL 
E)  300 mL

Question 5

Which of the following refers to the amount of space a drug occupies?

Accepted Answer

A)  Weight 
B)  Diluent 
C)  Route 
D)  Volume 
E)  Solvent 
A)  Weight 
B)  Diluent 
C)  Route 
D)  Volume 
E)  Solvent

Question 6

The gram is the basic unit of ________ in the metric system.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The gram is the basic unit of...

Question 7

Whenever you perform a dosage calculation, you should think about your answer and determine if it is ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Whenever you perform a dosage calculation, you...

Question 8

How much amoxicillin is in each 1 mL of this medicine?

Accepted Answer

A)  10 mg 
B)  25 mg 
C)  50 mg 
D)  100 mg 
E)  250 mg 
A)  10 mg 
B)  25 mg 
C)  50 mg 
D)  100 mg 
E)  250 mg

Question 9

How many tablets will you give if the physician orders 120 mg of thyroid and each tablet contains 30 mg?

Accepted Answer

A)  1 tab 
B)  2 tabs 
C)  3 tabs 
D)  4 tabs 
E)  5 tabs 
A)  1 tab 
B)  2 tabs 
C)  3 tabs 
D)  4 tabs 
E)  5 tabs

Question 10

The method of dosage calculation in which you set up equivalent fractions and solve for the unknown amount is the ________ method.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The method of dosage calculation in which...

Question 11

The physician has ordered erythromycin 40 mg/kg/day po q6h for a child who weighs 33 pounds. Refer to the label shown in the figure. How much will you administer per dose?

Accepted Answer

A)  2.5 mL 
B)  3.25 mL 
C)  3.75 mL 
D)  4.25 mL 
E)  4.5 mL 
A)  2.5 mL 
B)  3.25 mL 
C)  3.75 mL 
D)  4.25 mL 
E)  4.5 mL

Question 12

The doctor ordered 0.5 g of ampicillin. Dosage available is 250 mg capsules. You will give ________ capsules.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The doctor ordered 0.5 g of ampicillin....

Question 13

How often should you check to see if the answers to your dosage calculations are reasonable?

Accepted Answer

A)  The first time you perform a calculation for an unfamiliar medication 
B)  The first time you calculate a recurring dosage for a patient 
C)  Every time you perform a calculation for an unfamiliar patient 
D)  Every time you perform a calculation for an unfamiliar medication 
E)  Every time you perform a dosage calculation 
A)  The first time you perform a calculation for an unfamiliar medication 
B)  The first time you calculate a recurring dosage for a patient 
C)  Every time you perform a calculation for an unfamiliar patient 
D)  Every time you perform a calculation for an unfamiliar medication 
E)  Every time you perform a dosage calculation

Question 14

The physician ordered 45 mL of a medication. How many tablespoons of the medication should be given?

Accepted Answer

A)  5 tbsp 
B)  3 tbsp 
C)  4 tbsp 
D)  3.5 tbsp 
E)  2 tbsp 
A)  5 tbsp 
B)  3 tbsp 
C)  4 tbsp 
D)  3.5 tbsp 
E)  2 tbsp

Question 15

How many capsules will you give if the physician orders 500 mg of ampicillin, and each capsule contains 250 mg?

Accepted Answer

A)  1/2 cap 
B)  1 cap 
C)  2 caps 
D)  3 caps 
E)  4 caps 
A)  1/2 cap 
B)  1 cap 
C)  2 caps 
D)  3 caps 
E)  4 caps

Question 16

A patient drank 1 cup of coffee, 1/2 cup of juice, and three 8-oz glasses of water. What is the metric equivalent, in liters, of the total amount of fluids the patient drank?

Accepted Answer

A)  10.8 L 
B)  1.08 L 
C)  0.08 L 
D)  108 L 
E)  0.18 L 
A)  10.8 L 
B)  1.08 L 
C)  0.08 L 
D)  108 L 
E)  0.18 L

Question 17

Convert 78450 mg to grams.

Accepted Answer

A)  0.007845 g 
B)  0.7845 g 
C)  7.845 g 
D)  78.45 g 
E)  784.5 g 
A)  0.007845 g 
B)  0.7845 g 
C)  7.845 g 
D)  78.45 g 
E)  784.5 g

Question 18

Last year, the patient weighed 190 kg. Ten months after surgery, the patient has lost 176 lb. The patient now weighs ________ kg.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Last year, the patient weighed 190 kg....

Question 19

An equivalent measure for 5 mL is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  3 dr 
B)  1 tbsp 
C)  1 tsp 
D)  2 gr 
E)  0.05 L 
A)  3 dr 
B)  1 tbsp 
C)  1 tsp 
D)  2 gr 
E)  0.05 L

Question 20

Body surface area (BSA) is stated in ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  milliliters per kilogram 
B)  square meters 
C)  square pounds 
D)  kilograms per pound 
E)  square centimeters 
A)  milliliters per kilogram 
B)  square meters 
C)  square pounds 
D)  kilograms per pound 
E)  square centimeters

Exam 52: Dosage Calculation

The basic unit of ________ in the metric system is the liter.

Which of the following is a comparison of an apothecary measurement and its equivalent within the apothecary system?

The metric equivalent of 1 liter is ____.

Convert 10 oz to milliliters.

Which of the following refers to the amount of space a drug occupies?

The gram is the basic unit of ________ in the metric system.

Whenever you perform a dosage calculation, you should think about your answer and determine if it is ________.

How much amoxicillin is in each 1 mL of this medicine?

How many tablets will you give if the physician orders 120 mg of thyroid and each tablet contains 30 mg?

The method of dosage calculation in which you set up equivalent fractions and solve for the unknown amount is the ________ method.

The physician has ordered erythromycin 40 mg/kg/day po q6h for a child who weighs 33 pounds. Refer to the label shown in the figure. How much will you administer per dose?

The doctor ordered 0.5 g of ampicillin. Dosage available is 250 mg capsules. You will give ________ capsules.

How often should you check to see if the answers to your dosage calculations are reasonable?

The physician ordered 45 mL of a medication. How many tablespoons of the medication should be given?

How many capsules will you give if the physician orders 500 mg of ampicillin, and each capsule contains 250 mg?

A patient drank 1 cup of coffee, 1/2 cup of juice, and three 8-oz glasses of water. What is the metric equivalent, in liters, of the total amount of fluids the patient drank?

Convert 78450 mg to grams.

Last year, the patient weighed 190 kg. Ten months after surgery, the patient has lost 176 lb. The patient now weighs ________ kg.

An equivalent measure for 5 mL is ____.

Body surface area (BSA) is stated in ____.

Introduction to Medical Assisting

Healthcare and the Healthcare Team

Professionalism and Success

Interpersonal Communication

Legal and Ethical Issues

Basic Safety and Infection Control

Patient Reception

Office Equipment and Supplies

Examination and Treatment Areas

Written and Electronic Documents

Medical Records and Documentation

Electronic Health Records

Telephone Techniques

Patient Education

Managing Medical Records

Schedule Management

Insurance and Billing

Diagnostic Coding

Procedure Coding

Patient Billing and Collection

Financial Management Key

Organization of the Body

The Integumentary System

The Skeletal System

The Muscular System

The Cardiovascular System

The Blood

The Lymphatic and Immune Systems

The Respiratory System

The Nervous System

The Urinary System

The Reproductive System

The Digestive System

The Endocrine System

Special Senses

Patient Interview and History

Vital Signs and Measurements

Assisting With a General Physical Examination

Assisting in Reproductive and Urinary Specialties

Assisting in Pediatrics

Assisting in Geriatrics

Assisting in Other Medical Specialties

Assisting With Eye and Ear Care

Assisting With Minor Surgery

Orientation to the Lab

Electrocardiography and Pulmonary Function Testing

Microbiology and Disease

Processing and Testing Urine and Stool Specimens

Collecting, Processing, and Testing Blood Specimens

Diagnostic Imaging

Principles of Pharmacology

Medication Administration

Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation

Nutrition and Health

Practice Management

Emergency Preparedness

Preparing for the World of Work

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