Study Guide with Sample Questions
Dosage Calculation Competency
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Applicants to the LPN-to-Associate Degree "Bridge"Nursing Program must document
competency
in
dosage calculation that is equivalent to the content covered in NUR 135.
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The minimum accuracy rate is 78%, and is the same as the minimum pass rate for traditional four-
semester nursing students (those who are not LPNs) who pass NUR 135. The test has 28
questions.
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Applicants to the "bridge" program must take the dosage calculation competency test or be
currently enrolled in NUR 135.
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Applicants may take the dosage calculation competency exam once in order to demonstrate
competency.
If
an applicant does not attain at least 78% accuracy, he or she must enroll in and
pass NUR 135 before being admitted to the "bridge" program.
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In
order to attain an accuracy rate of at least 78%, test-taken must be able to perform the
following:
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Conversions between and within metric, apothecary and common household units of
measure used in medication administration;
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Basic dosage calculation;
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Pediatric dosag calculation based on weight and body surface area (BSA);
o I.V.drip rate calculation;
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Calculation of infusion times;
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Continuous heparin infusion calculation; and
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Critical care cafoulations (using an infusion pump or infusion device) including calculating
the mUhour rate, the dose per minute or per hour, and the dose based on infusion rate.
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The dosage calculation competency test is given as a proctored assessment in the college's Testing
Center, located in the Library in Martin Hall.
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Test-takers may use a basic calculator that does not store data. Students may NOT use the
calculator function on their mobile phones. No other items, such as paper, books, or
electronic devices are permitted in the test room.
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"Scratch" paper will be provided as needed. All paper provided must be returned whether
or not the paper was used. For example, if three sheets of paper are provided, three sheets
must be returned.
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Test-takers must present photo identification , such as a driver's license, before being permitted to
take the test.
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Test-takers must complete the entire test in one sitting. In other words, one may not begin the test
and return to finish at a later time. Test-takers should allow at least 90 minutes for completing the
test.
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Testing is available in the Martin Hall Test Center from October 1 to October 31 during the test
center's regular hours of operation. The test must be started no later than two hours prior to
closing time.
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Test-takers will not need an appointment: however, please note the days and hours available for
testing, and the time parameters for beginning and completing the test.
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The deadline for taking the test is October 31.
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Lorrie Coe-Meade will grade the test and notify you of test grade results via your college e-mail address.
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