单选题
The client is to receive an IV infusion of 3000 mL of dextrose and normal saline solution over 24 hours. The nurse observes that the rate is 150mL/hour. If the solution runs continuously at this rate, the infusion will be completed in A. 12 hours. B. 20 hours. C. 24 hours. D. 50 hours.
【正确答案】
B
【答案解析】The total amount to be given, 3,000mL, divided by the hourly rate, 150mL/hour, equals the length of the infusion or, in this case, 20 hours.