Directions: Calculate the Dosages as Indicated

question 1

Short Answer

Directions: Calculate the dosages as indicated.
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A client is receiving dopamine 800 mg in 500 mL D5W infusing at a rate of 30 mL/hr.
a. mg/hr: _____
b. mcg/min: _____

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Definitions:

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Schizophrenogenic Mother

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Schizophrenia

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