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Calculate the IV flow rate for $5000 \mathrm{cc}$ of $0.9 \% \mathrm{NaCl}$ IV over 24 hours. The drop factor is $20 \mathrm{gtt} / \mathrm{mL}$. Solve the problem by formula and proportion methods.

   Calculate the IV flow rate for $5000 \mathrm{cc}$ of $0.9 \% \mathrm{NaCl}$ IV over 24 hours. The drop factor is $20 \mathrm{gtt} / \mathrm{mL}$. Solve the problem by formula and proportion methods.

Essential Math and Calculations for Pharmacy Technicians

Essential Math and Calculations for Pharmacy Technicians

Indra K. Reddy,… 1st Edition

Chapter 14, Problem 16

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Given that the total volume is $5000 \mathrm{cc}$ and the infusion time is 24 hours, the total volume to be infused per hour is: $5000 \mathrm{cc} / 24 \mathrm{hours} = 208.33 \mathrm{cc/hour}$ Show more…

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Calculate the IV flow rate for $5000 \mathrm{cc}$ of $0.9 \% \mathrm{NaCl}$ IV over 24 hours. The drop factor is $20 \mathrm{gtt} / \mathrm{mL}$. Solve the problem by formula and proportion methods.

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