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Calculate the IV flow rate of $4000 \mathrm{~mL}$ normal saline to be infused in 5 hours. The infusion set is calibrated for a drop factor of $50 \mathrm{gtt} / \mathrm{mL}$. Solve the problem by formula and proportion methods.
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Given: Volume to be infused = 4000 mL Drop factor = 50 gtt/mL Total drops = Volume to be infused x Drop factor Total drops = 4000 mL x 50 gtt/mL Total drops = 200,000 gtt Show more…
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