Practice Question
The client is receiving an IV infusion of nitroprusside (Nitropress) at 0.4 mcg/kg/min. The client weighs 132 Ib. How many mcg is the client receiving per minute? mcg/min (If needed, round to the nearest whole number.)
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
24
Rationale:
🔷Convert pounds to kg: 132 lb ÷ 2.2 = 60 kg
🔷 Multiply: 0.4 mcg/kg/min × 60 kg = 24 mcg/min
🔷 Nitroprusside dosing is weight-based, and accurate conversion is critical to avoid hypotension.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: Examplify Exam(s)
- Domain: Pharmacology
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