An infant weighing 7 lbs is to receive 10-15 units/kg/dose. Each dose is to infuse over 45 minutes. The available supply is labeled 12 units/10 mL
Calculate the normal dosage ranges to the nearest tenth and the flow rate ranges in gtt/min using a set calibrated to 60 gtt/mL.
Dosage range is 32-48 units. Flow rate range is 36-53 gtt/min.
32-48 units; 36-53 gtt/min
Dosage range is 32-48 units. Flow rate range is 36-53 gtt/min.
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