NRSG 1213 - Math for Nurses

Institution:

Ozarka College

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Description:

Provides instruction in dosage calculation using ratio to proportion as well as other means of calculation related to medication. Topics include: interpretation of drug labels, syringe types, conversions, roman numerals, reconstruction and apothecaries, mixing medications, IV flow rates, drip rates, interpretation of physician orders and transcribing to Medication Administration Records, dispensing, and proper documentation of medications as well as the Six Rights of Med Administration and military time. Prerequisite: Placement score of 36 or higher on the COMPASS test. 3 credits.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ozarka.edu

Phone Number:

(870) 368-7371

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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