A Health Care Provider Prescribes Nitroprusside (Nipride),1 Mcg/kg/min in a Continuous

Short Answer

A health care provider prescribes nitroprusside (Nipride),1 mcg/kg/min in a continuous intravenous (IV)infusion for a child in shock.The child weighs 20 kg.The medication is available as nitroprusside 50 mg in 250 ml.The nurse prepares to calculate the rate.How many milliliters per hour will the nurse set the IV infusion pump to deliver 1 mcg/kg/min? Fill in the blank.Record your answer in a whole number.
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