Question 1

The three systems of measurement used in the United States for pharmacology and drug administration are the metric, ________, and household systems.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The three systems of measurement used in...

Question 2

Two fractions that are equal to each other are called _________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Two fractions that are equal to each...

Question 3

Convert 45880 mL to liters.

Accepted Answer

A)  0.4588 L 
B)  4.588 L 
C)  45.88 L 
D)  458.8 L 
E)  4588 L 
A)  0.4588 L 
B)  4.588 L 
C)  45.88 L 
D)  458.8 L 
E)  4588 L

Question 4

After receiving chemotherapy for lung cancer, Mr. Clark experiences severe nausea and vomiting. The licensed practitioner orders 5 mg Compazine IM. You have Compazine in a 10 mL multidose vial that provides the drug as 5 mg/mL. How many mL of Compazine will you administer to Mr. Clark?

Accepted Answer

A)  0.5 mL 
B)  1 mL 
C)  1.5 mL 
D)  2 mL 
E)  2.5 mL 
A)  0.5 mL 
B)  1 mL 
C)  1.5 mL 
D)  2 mL 
E)  2.5 mL

Question 5

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

Question 6

Which of the following is an accurate 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 7

When very precise medication dosages are required, complex calculations or a nomogram are used to calculate the patient's ________.

Accepted Answer

body surfa

Question 8

The licensed practitioner orders 500 mg of amoxicillin three times daily for a patient. How much of the medication should the patient take at each dose?

Accepted Answer

A)  1 tsp 
B)  1½ tsp 
C)  2 tsp 
D)  2½ tsp 
E)  1 tbsp 
A)  1 tsp 
B)  1½ tsp 
C)  2 tsp 
D)  2½ tsp 
E)  1 tbsp

Question 9

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 10

How often should you check to see if the answers to 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 11

The physician ordered gabapentin 2400 mg per day to be given every 6 hours. Dosage available is 600 mg tablets. The patient will take ________ tab(s) per dose.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The physician ordered gabapentin 2400 mg per...

Question 12

Which of the following is the metric equivalent to 0.001 liter?

Accepted Answer

A)  1 kiloliter (kL) 
B)  1 liter (L) 
C)  1 milliliter (mL) 
D)  1 centiliter (cL) 
E)  1 microliter (mcL) 
A)  1 kiloliter (kL) 
B)  1 liter (L) 
C)  1 milliliter (mL) 
D)  1 centiliter (cL) 
E)  1 microliter (mcL)

Question 13

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 14

How many capsules will the patient receive if the practitioner orders 30 mg of Adalat, and each capsule contains 10 mg?

Accepted Answer

A)  1 capsule 
B)  2 capsules 
C)  3 capsules 
D)  4 capsules 
E)  6 capsules 
A)  1 capsule 
B)  2 capsules 
C)  3 capsules 
D)  4 capsules 
E)  6 capsules

Question 15

What is the apothecary equivalent of 8 fl dr?

Accepted Answer

A)  1 pt 
B)  1 gal 
C)  1 qt 
D)  1 fl oz 
E)  1 tbsp 
A)  1 pt 
B)  1 gal 
C)  1 qt 
D)  1 fl oz 
E)  1 tbsp

Question 16

What is the metric equivalent of 1000 mL?

Accepted Answer

A)  1 liter. 
B)  1 pint. 
C)  1 fluid ounce. 
D)  1 fluid dram. 
E)  1 gallon. 
A)  1 liter. 
B)  1 pint. 
C)  1 fluid ounce. 
D)  1 fluid dram. 
E)  1 gallon.

Question 17

Taylor's mother is supposed to give him 2 tablespoons of a medication. She only has a teaspoon measure available. How many teaspoons should she give him?

Accepted Answer

A)  1.5 teaspoons 
B)  2 teaspoons 
C)  3 teaspoons 
D)  4 teaspoons 
E)  6 teaspoons 
A)  1.5 teaspoons 
B)  2 teaspoons 
C)  3 teaspoons 
D)  4 teaspoons 
E)  6 teaspoons

Question 18

The metric equivalent of 0.001 gram is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  1 centigram 
B)  1 decigram 
C)  0.001 kilogram 
D)  1 microgram 
E)  1 milligram 
A)  1 centigram 
B)  1 decigram 
C)  0.001 kilogram 
D)  1 microgram 
E)  1 milligram

Question 19

Sam has a prescription for a medication that says to take 3 fl oz. He has a measuring spoon set and will use the tablespoon measure. How many tablespoons of medication will he need to take the prescribed dose?

Accepted Answer

A)  2 tablespoons 
B)  3 tablespoons 
C)  4 tablespoons 
D)  5 tablespoons 
E)  6 tablespoons 
A)  2 tablespoons 
B)  3 tablespoons 
C)  4 tablespoons 
D)  5 tablespoons 
E)  6 tablespoons

Question 20

The patient s ordered to take 3 tsp of medicine 3 times per day. The patient should take ________ mL per each dose of medication.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The patient s ordered to take 3...

Exam 52: Math and Dosage Calculations

The three systems of measurement used in the United States for pharmacology and drug administration are the metric, ________, and household systems.

Two fractions that are equal to each other are called _________.

Convert 45880 mL to liters.

After receiving chemotherapy for lung cancer, Mr. Clark experiences severe nausea and vomiting. The licensed practitioner orders 5 mg Compazine IM. You have Compazine in a 10 mL multidose vial that provides the drug as 5 mg/mL. How many mL of Compazine will you administer to Mr. Clark?

Body surface area (BSA) is stated in ____.

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

When very precise medication dosages are required, complex calculations or a nomogram are used to calculate the patient's ________.

The licensed practitioner orders 500 mg of amoxicillin three times daily for a patient. How much of the medication should the patient take at each dose?

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

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

The physician ordered gabapentin 2400 mg per day to be given every 6 hours. Dosage available is 600 mg tablets. The patient will take ________ tab(s) per dose.

Which of the following is the metric equivalent to 0.001 liter?

Convert 78450 mg to grams.

How many capsules will the patient receive if the practitioner orders 30 mg of Adalat, and each capsule contains 10 mg?

What is the apothecary equivalent of 8 fl dr?

What is the metric equivalent of 1000 mL?

Taylor's mother is supposed to give him 2 tablespoons of a medication. She only has a teaspoon measure available. How many teaspoons should she give him?

The metric equivalent of 0.001 gram is ____.

Sam has a prescription for a medication that says to take 3 fl oz. He has a measuring spoon set and will use the tablespoon measure. How many tablespoons of medication will he need to take the prescribed dose?

The patient s ordered to take 3 tsp of medicine 3 times per day. The patient should take ________ mL per each dose of medication.

Introduction to Medical Assisting

Healthcare and the Healthcare Team

Professionalism and Success

Interpersonal Communication

Legal and Ethical Issues

Infection Control Fundamentals

Safety and Patient Reception

Office Equipment and Supplies

Examination and Treatment Areas

Written and Electronic Communication

Medical Records and Documentation

Electronic Health Records

Managing Medical Records

Telephone Techniques

Patient Education

Schedule Management

Insurance Billing

Diagnostic Coding

Procedure Coding

Patient Collections and Financial Management

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 Systems

The Digestive System

The Endocrine System

Special Senses

Infection Control Practices

Patient Interview and History

Vital Signs and Measurements

Assisting With a General Physical Exam

Assisting in Reproductive and Urinary Specialties

Assisting in Pediatrics

Assisting in Geriatrics

Assisting in Other Medical Specialties

Assisting in Eye and Ear Care

Assisting in Minor Surgery

Orientation to the Lab

Microbiology and Disease

Processing and Testing Urine and Stool Samples

Collecting, Processing, and Testing Blood Specimens

Electrocardiography and Pulmonary Function Testing

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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