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BD: Medications BD-05: Medication Dosages
No. Competency Item NAC DEV COM DTE EXC
BD-05-01 Demonstrate ability to apply basic arithmetic to calculate medication dosages and solutions with 100% accuracy.
  Demonstrate knowledge and ability to identify the common systems of measurement:          
BD-05-02
  • the volume and weight of the metric system
  • BD-05-03
  • the liquid and solid measures of the household systems.
  •   Demonstrate knowledge and ability to safely calculate dosages, concentrations, rates, and volumes:          
    BD-05-04
  • utilize available medication in desired dosage if available
  • BD-05-05
  • calculate the dosage quantity to be administered
  • BD-05-06
  • seek guidance from another health professional as necessary.
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