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    ATI RN Pharmacology 2023 IV proctored exam
    Calculation

    A nurse is preparing to administer dextrose 5% in water 500 mL over 12 hr to a client. 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

    Explanation & Rationale

    Calculate the rate as follows: 500 mL divided by 12 hours equals approximately 41.67 mL per hour. Rounding to the nearest whole number, the nurse should set the IV pump to deliver 42 mL/hr.

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