The client is prescribed 3/4 strength Ensure 240 mL via NG tube over 8 h. What is the pump setting in mL/h? Round to the nearest whole number
What will be an ideal response?
30 mL/hr
Global Rationale: mL/hr = 240 mL/8 hours = 30 mL/hr.
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A) True B) False
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