A client is prescribed a continuous infusion of IV insulin at 7 units per hour. Pharmacy delivers a concentration of 100 units of regular insulin in 100 mL of NS. At what rate should the nurse set the IV pump?

To determine the correct IV pump rate for the insulin infusion, follow these steps: 1. Calculate the concentration of insulin in units per mL: The concentration is 100 units in 100 mL. Therefore, 100 units / 100 mL = 1 unit/mL. 2. Determine the infusion rate in mL per hour: The ordered dose is 7 units per hour. Using the concentration, 7 units/hr / 1 unit/mL = 7 mL/hr.