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    HESI RN Dosage Calculation Proctored Exam
    Calculation

    The healthcare provider prescribes ganciclovir 375 mg intravenously (IV) every 12 hours to infuse over 90 minutes. The pharmacy delivers ganciclovir 375 mg in a 150 mL IV bag. How many mL/hour should the nurse program the infusion pump? (Enter a whole number only.)

    mL/hour

    Explanation & Rationale

    Step 1: Identify the total volume. 150 mL Step 2: Identify the infusion time. 90 minutes = 1.5 hours Step 3: Calculate the infusion rate. 150 ÷ 1.5 = 100 mL/hour

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