Author Question: A continuous IV is infusing at the rate of 30 gtt/min. The drop factor is 10 gtt/mL. How many ... (Read 89 times)

jerry coleman · **on:** Jul 3, 2018

A continuous IV is infusing at the rate of 30 gtt/min. The drop factor is 10 gtt/mL. How many milliliters will infuse in 1 1/2 hours?

1. 7.5 mL
2. 45 mL
3. 450 mL
4. 270 mL

Question 2

A continuous IV is infusing at the rate of 300 mL/h. How many mL will infuse in a 12-hour period?

1. 250 mL
2. 25 mL
3. 360 mL
4. 3600 mL

katheyjon · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 3, 2018

Answer to Question 1

4

Global Rationale: 30 gtt/min mL/10 gtt 60 min/h = 180 mL/h.

Answer to Question 2

4

Global Rationale: 300 12 = 3600 mL.