Order: Dopamine 4 mcg/kg/min Available: Dopamine 400 mg in 250 mL 1/2 NS Client's weight: 110 lb The IV flow rate is _______________
a. 19 mL/hr
b. 8 mL/hr
c. 20 mL/hr
d. 10 mL/hr
ANS: B
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