How do you calculate the IV flow rate in drops per minute?
A. IV flow rate (gtts/min) = (Volume to be infused in ml) / (drop factor in gtts/ml) x (Time in minutes)
B. IV flow rate (gtts/min) = (Volume to be infused in ml) + (drop factor in gtts/ml) – (Time in minutes)
C. IV flow rate (gtts/min) = (Volume to be infused in ml) x (drop factor in gtts/ml) / (Time in minutes)
D. IV flow rate (gtts/min) = (Volume to be infused in ml) x (drop factor in gtts/ml) / (Time in seconds)
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What is the formula for calculating the dosage of a medication based on the patient’s weight?
A. Dosage = Weight (in g) x Dosage Factor
B. Dosage = Weight (in lbs) x Dosage Factor
C. Dosage = Weight (in cm) x Dosage Factor
D. Dosage = Weight (in kg) x Dosage Factor
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