Quiz: Metric conversions for meds

What is a milligram (mg)?

A milligram is one-thousandth of a gram. It is often used to measure medication dosages.

Convert 500 mg to grams.

500 mg is equal to 0.5 grams, as there are 1000 mg in a gram.

True or false: 1 liter equals 1000 milliliters.

True, because 1 liter is defined as 1000 milliliters.

Difference between a milliliter (mL) and a liter (L).

A milliliter is one-thousandth of a liter. Liter is a larger volume unit.

Convert 2.5 L to mL.

2.5 L is equal to 2500 mL, because 1 L = 1000 mL.

What is a microgram (mcg)?

A microgram is one-millionth of a gram. Commonly used for potent medications.

Convert 1000 mcg to mg.

1000 mcg equals 1 mg, as 1 mg = 1000 mcg.

Fill in the blank: 1 cup is approximately ___ mL.

1 cup is approximately 240 mL.

True or false: 1 kg equals 100 g.

False, because 1 kg equals 1000 g.

Convert 0.75 L to mL.

0.75 L is equal to 750 mL.

What is the conversion factor from mg to g?

The conversion factor is 1000, as 1000 mg = 1 g.

Convert 5 g to mg.

5 g is equal to 5000 mg.

True or false: 1 mL is greater than 1 L.

False, because 1 L is greater than 1 mL.

Difference between a tablet and a liquid dose.

A tablet is a solid dosage form, while liquid is a solution for easier swallowing.

Convert 0.2 g to mg.

0.2 g is equal to 200 mg.