An IVPB is infusing at 100 mL/h. The strength of the solution in the bag is 0.5 mg/mL. What is the dosage rate in mg/h?
1. 300 mg/h
2. 50 mg/h
3. 200 mg/h
4. 120 mg/h
2
Global Rationale: 100 mL/h × 0.5 mg/mL = 50 mg/h.
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