The nurse is setting up an intravenous infusion for a client and the nurse has set the IV pump according to the health care provider's orders. How will the nurse best verify that the drops/minute rate is correct?
A. Verify the tubing size and adjust accordingly.
B. Verify the flow rate on the infusion pump.
C. Count the drops in the drip chamber for 6 seconds and multiply by 10.
D. Count the drops in the drip chamber for 15 seconds and multiply by 4.
Answer: D
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