Find the flow rate for the given IV (intravenous), assume a drop factor of 15 drops/mL. Round your answer to the nearest whole number. 2 L in 7 h
A) 71 drops/min
B) 72 drops/min
C) 76 drops/min
D) 68 drops/min
E) 7 drops/min

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To find the flow rate in drops per minute, first convert 2 liters to milliliters (2000 mL). Then, divide by the total time in minutes (7 hours = 420 minutes). Multiply by the drop factor (15 drops/mL): (2000 mL / 420 min) * 15 drops/mL = 71.43 drops/min, which rounds to 71 drops/min.

Find the Flow Rate for the Given IV (Intravenous), Assume