Dosage Calculation Conversions

Flashcards for dosage calculation conversions in nursing.

How many micrograms (mcg) are in 1 milligram (mg)?

1 mg = 1000 mcg

How many milligrams (mg) are in 1 gram (g)?

1 gm (g) = 1000 mg

How many milliliters (mL) are in 1 liter (L)?

1 L = 1000 mL

How many cubic centimeters (cc) are in 1 milliliter (mL)?

1 mL = 1 cc

How many milliliters (mL) are in 1 teaspoon (Tsp)?

5 mL = 1 Tsp

How many teaspoons (Tsp) are in 1 tablespoon (Tbsp)?

3 Tsp = 1 Tbsp

How many milliliters (mL) are in 1 tablespoon (Tbsp)?

15 mL = 1 Tbsp

How many milliliters (mL) are in 1 ounce (oz)?

30 mL = 1 oz

How many tablespoons (Tbsp) are in 1 ounce (oz)?

1 oz = 2 Tbsp

How many ounces (oz) are in 1 cup?

8 oz = 1 cup

How many grams (gm) are in 1 kilogram (kg)?

1 kg = 1000 gm (g)

How many pounds (lbs) are in 1 kilogram (kg)?

1 kg = 2.2 lbs