Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 83%
Simulated
A nurse is administering RBC 350 mL over 3 hr to a client who has anemia. The nurse should set the IV pump to deliver how many mL/hr? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct answer
B
Rationale
To calculate the mL/hr rate for administering RBC 350 mL over 3 hours, divide the total volume by the total time. 350 mL / 3 hr = 116.67, which rounds up to 117 mL/hr. This rate ensures a steady and safe infusion without overloading the client's circulatory system. Choice A is incorrect as it does not accurately reflect the calculated rate. Choices C and D are also incorrect, as they are not the result of the calculation.