drop factor formula
by sherry
Reply: (by Jerry)
Keep in mind:
Drop Factor - (gtt/mL) - This varies depending on the tubing / IV equipment.
Flow Rate - (gtt/minute) - This will manually regulate the IV volume.
The formula is generally this:
IV Volume (mL)
----------------------- X Drop Factor (gtt/mL) = Flow Rate (gtt/Minute)
Time (minutes)
This formula is most common because questions are usually asking what the flow rate should be set to.
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