Math & Conversions
How many milliliters are in 2 liters?
2000 ml
What is the largest organ in the human body?
skin
What is the chemical symbol for sodium?
Na
Define the word benign.
Not harmful; not cancerous
What is the first step of the nursing process?
Assessment
convert 1500 mg to grams
1.5 g
Which chamber of the heart pumps oxygenated blood to the body?
Left ventricle
What is the pH of a neutral solution?
7
What is the main idea of a paragraph?
The central or most important point
What does HIPAA protect?
Patient privacy and health information
A patient must receive 0.5 mg of medication. The available supply is 1 mg tablets. How many tablets do you give?
½ tablet
What part of the brain controls balance and coordination?
Cerebellum
What gas do plants release during photosynthesis?
Oxygen (O₂)
Choose the synonym for vital: (a) unimportant, (b) essential, (c) delayed.
(b) essential
What does “PRN” mean on a medication order?
As needed
A solution contains 10 g of solute in 200 mL of solution. What is the concentration (%)?
5%
What is the primary function of red blood cells?
To transport oxygen
What part of the cell contains genetic material?
Nucleus
In context, “the patient was lethargic after surgery” means the patient was…
Tired or sluggish
If a patient refuses treatment, what should the nurse do first?
Respect the patient’s choice and document it
A nurse administers 60 mL every 6 hours. How many liters are given in 2 days?
0.48 L
Which hormone regulates blood sugar levels?
Insulin
Which macromolecule is made of amino acids?
Proteins
Identify the best topic sentence: (a) “Many people exercise daily.” (b) “Regular exercise improves heart health and mood.”
“Regular exercise improves heart health and mood.”
Name the 5 rights of medication administration.
Right patient, right drug, right dose, right route, right time