Order: Regular insulin 0.3 units/kg/hr IV Available: Regular insulin 100 units in 100 mL NS Client's weight: 220 lb The IV flow rate to deliver this dosage is _______________
a. 50 mL/hr
b. 30 mL/hr
c. 5 mL/hr
d. 100 mL/hr
ANS: B
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