Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 76%
Simulated
A patient with fluid volume deficit must receive a 250 mL IV bolus of NS over 25 minutes via a peripherally inserted central line (PICC) on an IV pump. At what rate will the nurse program the pump? Round to the nearest whole number. Do not use trailing zeros.
Correct answer
A
Rationale
The correct answer is A: 600 mL/hour. To calculate the rate, first convert 25 minutes to hours (25/60 = 0.42 hours). Then, divide the volume (250 mL) by the time in hours (0.42 hours) to get 595.24 mL/hour. Since the pump rate needs to be rounded to the nearest whole number, the nurse would program the pump at 600 mL/hour. This rate ensures the 250 mL IV bolus of NS is infused over the 25 minutes as prescribed.
Choice B (500 mL/hour) is incorrect because it does not accurately infuse the 250 mL over 25 minutes. Choice C (400 mL/hour) and Choice D (300 mL/hour) would infuse the fluid too slowly, potentially delaying the treatment.
Choice B (500 mL/hour) is incorrect because it does not accurately infuse the 250 mL over 25 minutes. Choice C (400 mL/hour) and Choice D (300 mL/hour) would infuse the fluid too slowly, potentially delaying the treatment.