
Importance of Precision in Pharmacy Measurements
Ensuring precise measurements in pharmacy practice is crucial for accurate dosing and patient safety. This article highlights the significance of precision through real-life scenarios at a zoo where different animals require specific doses of medication based on their weight. By understanding conversions and following recommended dosages, pharmacists can deliver effective treatment and avoid potential risks associated with incorrect measurements.
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Measurements in Pharmacy: Why being precise matters Mary Douglass Smith, PharmD Pharmacist Hudson Middle School November 17, 2017
Youre the pharmacist at the zoo. Dottie 330 pound Western gorilla Eye infection
Youre the pharmacist at the zoo. Ciprofloxacin eye drops
Youre the pharmacist at the zoo. Alfred Sea otter 16.5 pounds Eye infection
Youre the pharmacist at the zoo. Ciprofloxacin eye drops Recommended dose: 2 drops for 70kg human Metric system
Youre the pharmacist at the zoo. 330 pounds = ___ kilograms 2.2 pounds = 1 kilogram Dottie weighs 150 kg 2 drops for 75kg human How many drops for Dottie? 4 drops Dottie 330 pound Western gorilla
Youre the pharmacist at the zoo. 16.5 pounds = ___ kilograms 2.2 pounds = 1 kilogram Alfred weighs 7.5kg 2 drops for 75kg human How many drops for Alfred? 0.2 drops Alfred 16.5 pound sea otter