A patient's weight is 68 kg. Converted to pounds, which is correct?
1. 150 lb
2. 148 lb
3. 135 lb
4. 138 lb
1
In metric system equivalents, 1 kilogram = 2.2 pounds. 68 x 2.2 = 149.6 pounds. Round to 150 pounds.
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