Reviews basic mathematics with emphasis on those skills that apply to calculating drug dosages. Includes fractions, decimals, proportions, percents, English, apothecary and metric systems of measurements.

• Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to do the following:
• 1. read and write Roman numerals
• 2. multiply and divide fractions and decimals
• 3. change a fraction to a decimal, and a decimal to a fraction
• 4. solve proportions
• 5. convert units within the metric system
• 6. convert between the metric, apothecary, and household systems of measurement
• 7. compute oral dosages of drugs using D/H x Q
• 8. compute the dosage of drugs by injection using D/H x Q
• 9. use the proportion method to solve dosage problems
• 10. compute pediatric dosages
• 11. calculate intravenous solutions

Math 100B satisfies the general education requirement for any degree or certificate and
addresses the mission of and the following student learning outcomes of General Education.
Students who complete a degree at WNC are expected to demonstrate they:
• can use appropriate college-level mathematical skills.
• Have problem solving, creative, and critical thinking skills



This course addresses two of the A.A.S. degree student learning outcomes:
students are able to
a. acquire skills and perform tasks necessary for employment or career enhancement;
c. demonstrate computation skills appropriate to the chosen occupational field.

This course addresses the following A.G.S. degree student learning outcomes:
students are able to
b. comprehend and apply college mathematics.