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IV Infusion Rate guide

Use this guide to practise the transparent arithmetic behind iv infusion rate.

Formula

volume ÷ time in hours

Worked example

A fictional 1,000 mL over 8 hours gives 125 mL/hour.

What this does not check

No fluid, device, compatibility, line or monitoring check is performed.

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Educational medication-calculation arithmetic practice only. Use fictional or tutor-provided values. Do not enter patient information or use the result for an individual patient.