Order: Regular insulin 0.2 units/kg/hr IV Available: Regular insulin 250 units in 250 mL NS Client's weight: 187 lb The IV flow rate to deliver this dose is _______________
a. 17 mL/hr
b. 6 mL/hr
c. 1.2 mL/hr
d. 12 mL/hr
ANS: A
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