NRN-93 — Calculations for Healthcare Providers

Prerequisite: None.

Description:: Review of basic arithmetic required to prepare and administer prescribed medications and fluids. Major emphasis on systems of drug measurement and dosage calculation using dimensional analysis. Preparation and administration of medications via different routes and to patients across the lifespan. Computation of dosage problems encountered in nursing practice. Approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) for occupational education units for a total of 15 contact hours. California BRN provider number 00100. 18 hours lecture.(Letter grade only)