Because there are no IV pumps available for the immediate infusion of an IV medication, the nurse must calculate the flow rate for 500 mL to run for 4 hours, using a set that delivers 15 gtt/mL. The flow rate should be _____ gtt/min
a. 30
b. 35
c. 40
d. 45
A
500 mL to be give in 4 hours equals 125 mL/hr. 125 mL รท 60 minutes = 2 mL/min ? 15 gtt/mL = 30 gtt/min.
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