An IV solution of 125 mL is to be infused over a 1-hour period. A microdrip infusion set will be used. The nurse calculates the infusion rate as:
1. 32 gtt/min
2. 60 gtt/min
3. 125 gtt/min
4. 250 gtt/min
ANS: 3
(60 gtt/mL ÷ 60 min) x 125 mL = 125 gtt/min.
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