Because There Are No IV Pumps Available for the Immediate

question 6

Multiple Choice

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.Which flow rate is correct?

• A) 30 gtt/min
• B) 35 gtt/min
• C) 40 gtt/min
• D) 45 gtt/min

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Definitions:

Line Structure

A simplified representation used in chemistry to show the arrangement of atoms in molecular structures.

Alkynes

A group of hydrocarbons that contain at least one carbon-carbon triple bond, characterized by the formula CnH2n-2.

Triple Bond

A chemical bond in which three pairs of electrons are shared between two atoms, making it stronger and shorter than single and double bonds.

Molecular Formula

A notation that shows the type and number of atoms in a molecule but not their structural arrangement.