Calculate IV Rates for Medications Administered Over Time, Based on Body

question 25

Short Answer

Calculate IV rates for medications administered over time, based on body weight. Round answers to the nearest tenth. Set the rate in mL/hr.
-Ordered: Dobutrex 6 mcg/kg/min. Bag is labeled D₅W 250 mL with 500 mg Dobutrex added. Patient weighs 198 lb.

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