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

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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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