Dosage MathPregunta 64 de 100
A resident is ordered 15 mL of a liquid. How many teaspoons is that?
a.3 teaspoons
b.1 teaspoon
c.5 teaspoons
d.15 teaspoons
Explicación
Since 1 tsp = 5 mL, then 15 mL ÷ 5 mL = 3 teaspoons (also equal to 1 tablespoon). Converting correctly avoids under- or overdosing when household measures are used.
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