Meds Drug Calculations Using Dimensional Analysis 2nd Ed By Mulholland -Test Bank

Meds Drug Calculations Using Dimensional Analysis 2nd Ed By Mulholland -Test Bank

Mulholland: The Nurse, The Math, The Meds, 2nd Edition

Chapter 02A: Dimensional Analysis Calculations

Test Bank

ESSAY

Directions: Analyze the problem for the desired answer. Set up a dimensional analysis–style equation in the space provided using the available data. Ensure that all undesired units will be canceled before doing the math. Do not use shortcuts to solve the equations even if the answer is known. For credit, show all work. Label answers. Evaluate each equation for correct setup and desired answer units.

1.How many miles are in 100 kilometers?

Conversion formula: 1 km = 0.6 miles

DA equation:

Evaluation:

ANS:

PTS: 1

2.How many donuts are in 15 dozen?

Conversion formula: 1 dozen = 12 donuts

DA equation:

Evaluation:

ANS:

PTS: 1

3.How many pounds are in 22 kg?

Conversion formula: 1 kg = 2.2 lb

DA equation:

Evaluation:

ANS:

PTS: 1

4.How many milligrams are in 5.5 grams?

Conversion formula: 1000 mg = 1 g

DA equation:

Evaluation:

ANS:

PTS: 1

5.A baby weighs 2500 g. How many kilograms does the baby weigh?

Conversion formula: 1 kg = 1000 g

DA equation:

Evaluation:

ANS:

PTS: 1

6. How many hours are in 780 minutes?

Conversion formula: 1 hour = 60 minutes

DA equation:

Evaluation:

ANS:

PTS: 1