Research Guides: Math: Nursing

Deepen your understanding of the key concepts in PN Math by exploring the resources listed below.

Nursing Calculators
An online calculator of common nursing math conversions, such as calculating IV rates, medication dosages, conversion calculators, and drug calculators.
Dosage Help
Dosage calculation tutorials with examples.
Nursing Study Aid - Finders University
Competency quizzes, notes and examples
Introductory Math
This resource list covers basic math calculations using decimals, fractions, and percents.

Introductory Math Research Guide
Khan Academy
Explanatory videos and practice questions. Topics include all levels of mathematics.
IXL Math
Online practice questions for kindergarten through to grade 12. Arranged by grade and then by topic.
AAA math
Online practice questions with notes and examples. Arranged alphabetically by topic. Covers kindergarten to grade 8.
BBC Skillwise
Includes videos, notes and practice worksheets. Practical, common-sense for adults from the BBC.

Medication Management (2025)
From the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA).
Medication Errors
from the Canadian Nurses Protective Society.
Competency Profile: Medication Administration
From the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA).
Dosage Calculation Tutorial
From Kent State University Regional Campuses
Study Guide with Sample Questions: Dosage Calculation Competency
Start on page 3 for sample questions. Answers at the end.
Dosage Calculation Practice
Practice questions with answers at the end.
Fundamentals of Mathematics for Nursing
This resource offers an overview of mathematics specifically for nurses.
Basic Drug Calculations: Check Your Competency
Multiple quizzes to practice dosage calculations.
Drug Dosage Calculations
Mini-overviews on different formulas for nursing. Includes practice exercises.
Pharmacology & Medication Administration-Self Assessment Process
From the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta site.