Order: Regular insulin 0.4 units/kg/hr IV Available: Regular insulin 50 units in 100 mL NS Client's weight: 149.6 lb The IV flow rate to deliver this dosage is _______________
a. 25 mL/hr
b. 50 mL/hr
c. 54 mL/hr
d. 32 mL/hr
ANS: C
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