How do you calculate the IV flow rate in ml/hour for a pediatric patient?
A. IV flow rate (ml/hour) = Volume to be infused (ml) + Time (hours)
B. IV flow rate (ml/hour) = Volume to be infused (ml) * Time (hours)
C. IV flow rate (ml/hour) = Volume to be infused (ml) / Time (hours)
D. IV flow rate (ml/hour) = Volume to be infused (ml) – Time (hours)
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What is the formula for calculating pediatric dosage based on the child’s age and the adult dose?
A. Pediatric Dose = (Age in years – 5) * Adult Dose
B. Pediatric Dose = (Age in years / (Age in years + 12)) * Adult Dose
C. Pediatric Dose = (Age in years * 2) + Adult Dose
D. Pediatric Dose = (Age in months / 12) * Adult Dose
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