Published Oct 3, 2008
sfranRNstudent
17 Posts
can anyone tell me the measurements i need to study and know how to convert that way I will already know what numbers they are talking about once they start.....i know some at mg/g/ ml..cc what are some more i need to be familiar with and are there any websites with something i can print out and read over b/c i dont have books yet
Fermin Hernandez, ADN, ASN, RN
146 Posts
to start you off
grains to mg
my school uses
1 grain = 60mg (roughly)
but 5 grains may be 325...
1 grain can also equal 65 mg...just use what your school wants, and if they don't care, go with what converts easiest.
RNnTrainin'
93 Posts
tsp
tbs
minum
drops
grains
oz
ml
pt
qt
cup
I am sure I am forgetting something, I will post the actual conversions for you tomorrow.....going to bed now!!! LOL Had a WILD Sat night....studying:chuckle
jadu1106
908 Posts
hi:
[color=#2f4f4f]here is a link to a thread that should help you. it has the information the above posters mentioned and much more! hope it helps!
https://allnurses.com/forums/f205/need-help-remembering-conversions-319769.html
pooshx2
49 Posts
At my school we have to take ProCalc exams to prove we are competent. This is our equivalency info....
ProCalc Equiv Revised 9-1-08.pdf