Linezolid (Zyvox) 600 mg BID, IV has been ordered for a patient. The nurse receives 600 mg/300 mL with direction to give over 120 minutes. An IV line labeled 15 drops per mL is available. The drop rate will be ______ drops/minute
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
38
Rationale : 300 mL × 15 drops/mL / 120 min.
4500. 120 = 37.5
37. 5 rounds to 38 drops/min.
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