The physician ordered 500 mL of D5W to run over 6 hours. How many milliliters per hour would the patient/client receive? Round off to the nearest whole number.
A) 71
B) 83
C) 100
D) 125

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This IV order specifies the total amount of fluid to be infused and the duration of administration. To calculate milliliters per hour, simply divide the total volume (500 mL) by the number of hours (6 hours). Therefore, 500 mL/6 hours = 83.3 mL. Round off to 83 mL (nearest whole number).

The Physician Ordered 500 ML of D5W to Run Over