HEALTH AND MEDICINE

Nurse
Anesthetist

Math
Skill Check

Sometimes anesthetic doses are measured in milligrams per kilogram, rather than per pound. In this case, you must convert the patient’s weight into a metric equivalent. To convert pounds to kilograms, divide by 2.205.

Convert the following weights into kilograms. Round your answer to the nearest whole number.

199 pounds

201 pounds

155 pounds

130 pounds

75 pounds

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