Directions: Recalculate the IV Flow Rate

question 9

Short Answer

Directions: Recalculate the IV flow rate. Determine the percentage of change and state the course of action. Assume that hospital policy permits recalculation of rates when rates are off schedule and clients are stable.
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Order: Regular Humulin Insulin 8 units/hr IV
Available: 50 units of insulin in 150 mL 0.9% NS
What rate in mL/hr will infuse 8 units/hr? _____

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