Blood, Electrolytes, and Intravenous Infusions

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3-13. EXPLANATION OF DRIP RATE FORMULA

The above formula can be used by following these steps.

a. Multiply the number of ml to be infused (ordered by the physician) by the drops per ml delivered by the set you are using (shown on the infusion set).

b. Multiply the hours of infusion time (ordered by the physician) by 60 minutes.

c. Divide the answer in step number one by the answer in step number two. This answer will be the flow rate.
 

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