Directions: Calculate the IV flow rates with DA equations where requested. For credit, show work. Label all answers. Label flow rates in milliliters per hour or drops per minutes, as needed. Ordered: D5LRS IV at 40 mL per hr.
Available: D5LRS 500 mL; gravity device with microdrip administration set. a. What is the DF for a microdrip administration set? How many hours (and minutes, if
applicable) will the infusion last?
b. DA equation:What flow rate will the nurse set?
c. Estimated flow rate:
d. DA equation:
e. Evaluation:
a. 60
b.
c. 40 drops per minute because IV with DF60 the mL per hour rate equals the number of drops per minute
d.
e. Equation is balanced. Estimate supports answer.
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