Question

as a nurse, you weigh each patient. a patient weighs 65 kilograms. about how much does the patient weigh in pounds?
a 2.2
b 65
c 130
d 143
e 195

Explanation:

Step1: Recall conversion factor

1 kilogram is approximately 2.2 pounds.

Step2: Calculate weight in pounds

Multiply patient's weight in kilograms (65) by 2.2. So, $65\times2.2 = 143$.

Answer:

D. 143