MTH 130 - Math That Matters: Drugs and Dosages

Institution:

Holyoke Community College

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Description:

Intended for students in the Veterinary Technician program, or other individuals in the health professions who have the responsibility for the preparation and administration of medications. Mathematics fundamentals will be covered along with systems of measurement and their equivalents, unit conversions, dosage measurement equipment, interpretation of the medication order, calculation of oral, parenteral and intravenous drug dosages, percentage preparations and dilution, and concentration. Prerequisites: MTH 095 with a grade of C- or better or adequate score on the Mathematics Placement Examination.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.hcc.edu

Phone Number:

(413) 552-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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