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    Adult health (med surg proctored exam) examplify
    Calculation

    The order reads: Infuse D5W 1,000 mL over 8 hours. What is the IV flow rate in mL/hour?

    mL/hr

    Explanation & Rationale

    Step 1: Use the formula Flow rate (mL/hr) = Total volume ÷ Time (hr) Step 2: Insert known values Flow rate = 1,000 ÷ 8 Flow rate = 125 mL/hr Final Answer: 125 mL/hr

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