Directions: Determine the following in drops per minute using the drop factor provided

D5 1/2 NS is infusing at 28 macrogtt/min. The drop factor is 10 gtt/mL. How much fluid volume will the client receive in 8 hours? _____


ANS: 1,344 mL

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