A nurse needs to administer an IV infusion of 1200 mL over 8 hours. What is the required flow rate in mL/hr?

Identify the total volume and infusion time Total Volume: 1200 mL Infusion Time: 8 hours Calculate the flow rate Flow Rate (mL/hr) = Total Volume ÷ Time Flow Rate = 1200 ÷ 8 = 150 mL/hr