(a)
Interpretation:
The mass in pounds of the individual is to be calculated.
Concept introduction:
The relationship between kilograms and pounds is as follows:
The conversion can be done as follows:
(b)
Interpretation:
The number of milliliters contained in the average human body is to be calculated.
Concept introduction:
The relationship between pint and liters is as follows:
The relationship milliliters and liters as follows:
The conversion can be done as follows:
(c)
Interpretation:
The temperature of the patient body in Celsius is to be calculated.
Concept introduction:
The S.I unit of temperature is Kelvin
The conversion factor to convert temperature from degree Celsius to Kelvin is,
The conversion factor to convert temperature from degree Celsius to Fahrenheit is,
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