Rational numbers
2Rational numbers Learning objectives By the end of this chapter you will be able to: convert a number from a decimal to a fraction or a percentage identify proportional sets…
Parenteral solutions and isotonicity
11Parenteral solutions and isotonicity Learning objectives By the end of this chapter you will be able to: calculate the flow rate and amount of intravenous solution required for a patient…
Calculation of doses
7Calculation of doses Learning objectives By the end of this chapter you will be able to: define the terms ‘dose’ and ‘dosage regimen’ calculate the total amount of medication required…
Calculations involving molecular weights
10Calculations involving molecular weights Learning objectives By the end of this chapter you will be able to: calculate the molecular weight of a drug calculate the amount of drug (expressed…
Density, displacement volumes and displacement values
9Density, displacement volumes and displacement values Learning objectives By the end of this chapter you will be able to: express a liquid in either weight or volume using density values…
Doses in children
8Doses in children Learning objectives By the end of this chapter you will be able to: fulfil the learning objectives in Chapter 7 understand that doses for children can be…
Systems of units
3Systems of units Learning objectives By the end of this chapter you will be able to: express a mass, volume or length in different metric units convert a mass, length…
Concentrations
4Concentrations Learning objectives By the end of this chapter you will be able to: state the relationship between the different methods of expressing the concentration of a pharmaceutical preparation convert…
Formulations
6Formulations Learning objectives By the end of this chapter you will be able to: manipulate a given formula to the amount required on the prescription check the calculated amounts against…
