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Practice Question

A nurse is preparing to administer 0.9% sodium chloride 100 mL IV to infuse over 15 min. The nurse should set the IV pump to deliver how many mL/hr? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)mL/hr

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Correct Answer:

400

Rationale:

♦ Formula: Volume ÷ Time (100 ÷ 0.25 hr = 400 mL/hr).

IV pumps require whole numbers, so round properly.

♦ Infusing too slowly risks ineffective treatment; too fast risks fluid overload.

♦ Correct programming prevents pump alarms and patient harm.

♦ Quick calculations are essential for short-infusion meds.

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