How many kcalories would a client receive from an IV solution containing 1000 mL of 50% dextrose and 1200 mL of 7% amino acid solution?

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To calculate the kcalories in the IV solution, we need to use the following formula:

Total kcalories = [(volume of dextrose in liters x 5 kcal/g) + (volume of amino acids in liters x 4 kcal/g)] x 1000

First, we need to convert the volumes to liters:

- Volume of dextrose = 1000 mL = 1 L
- Volume of amino acids = 1200 mL = 1.2 L

Using these values in the formula, we get:

Total kcalories = [(1 x 5) + (1.2 x 4)] x 1000
Total kcalories = (5 + 4.8) x 1000
Total kcalories = 9.8 x 1000
Total kcalories = 9800

Therefore, the client would receive 9800 kcalories from the IV solution.

Out of the given options, the closest value to 9800 is C) 2036.

How Many Kcalories Would a Client Receive from an IV