NUR 370 – Med Math Conversions Q&A (25+ Essentials) – Dosage, Volume, Weight, IV Rate, Temp

This concise, expert-verified reference sheet for NUR 370 delivers over 25 must-know medication math conversions, ideal for nursing students preparing for medication dosage calculations, pharmacology exams, and safe clinical practice. It presents quick-reference formulas and values in a Q&A format designed to reinforce memory and accuracy for unit conversions involving volume, weight, IV rates, and temperature. Key conversions include: Volume:  1 mL = 1 cc  1 mL = 15 gtt (drops)  1 tsp = 5 mL  1 fl oz = 30 mL  1 Tbsp = 15 mL  1 cup = 240 mL  1 pint = 500 mL  1 quart = 34 oz  1 L = 1 quart = 1000 mL Weight:  1 mg = 1000 mcg  1 g = 1000 mg  1 kg = 1000 g  2.2 lbs = 1 kg  1 lb = 0.45 kg or 454 g IV and Temperature:  IV flow rate = (mL/min) × drop factor = drops/min  Drop factor = gtt/mL  °F to °C = (F - 32) / 1.8  °C to °F = (C × 1.8) + 32 Best suited for: BSN and ABSN students taking pharmacology, dosage calculations, or fundamentals Clinical preparation and check-offs involving IV therapy or med administration NCLEX test prep for math, measurement, and conversions This document is a go-to memory aid for nursing students needing instant recall of critical conversions during tests or in patient care settings. Keywords: med math, dosage calculation, mL to cc, tsp to mL, oz to mL, lbs to kg, mg to mcg, IV drop rate, temperature conversion, nursing conversions, NUR 370