Question

the healthcare provider ordered 100 units of regular insulin in 250 ml of ns. it is to infuse at 8 units/hour per infusion pump. the nurse would set the infusion pump at how many milliliters per hour? round to the nearest whole number. multiple choice 2 points options: 18, 20, 16, 22

Explanation:

Step1: Find the concentration of insulin

The concentration is $\frac{100\ \text{units}}{250\ \text{mL}} = 0.4\ \text{units/mL}$.

Step2: Calculate mL per hour

We know the rate is 8 units/hour. Using the formula $\text{mL/hour} = \frac{\text{units/hour}}{\text{units/mL}}$, substitute the values: $\text{mL/hour} = \frac{8}{0.4} = 20$.

Answer:

20