The ordered rate for an infusion of 825 mL is 60 mL/hr. It was started at 10:05 a.m. Calculate the infusion time and the completion time
What will be an ideal response?
13.75 hours; 11:50 p.m.
13 hours 45 minutes; 11:50 p.m.
The infusion time is 13.75 hours, or 13 hours 45 minutes.
Completion time is 11:50 p.m.
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