Asked by Melissa Preston on Jun 17, 2024
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The order is for the patient to receive 500 mL over 4 hours.The nurse has an electronic infusion device (EID) in place that provides for the regulation of hourly infusion.The intravenous (IV) tubing available is 10 gtt/mL.What is the setting for the infusion device?
A) 125 mL/hr
B) 500 mL/hr
C) 21 gtt/min
D) 32 gtt/min
Electronic Infusion Device (EID)
A medical device used to deliver fluids, such as nutrients and medications, into a patient's body in precise amounts.
- Compute the accurate infusion rates for intravenous fluids as per the prescribed orders, device calibration, and time requirements.
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RG
Ralph GarciaJun 21, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
For use of electronic infusion device (EID)for infusion,turn on the power button,select the required drops per minute or volume per hour,close the door to the control chamber,and press the start button.In this case,500 mL/4 hr = 125 mL/hr.
Learning Objectives
- Compute the accurate infusion rates for intravenous fluids as per the prescribed orders, device calibration, and time requirements.
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