IV Infusion Rate by Weight
Calculates the IV flow rate needed for a prescribed mcg/kg/min dosage.
Inputs
Equation and Work
Equation:
Solving steps:
Primary result
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Secondary result
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Clinical Significance
This calculator first converts the weight-based order to mcg/min, then divides by solution concentration to estimate mL/min and mL/hr.
Use this for weight-based continuous infusions when a pump rate is needed from a mcg/kg/min order.
Medication calculations are safety-critical arithmetic checks. This calculator does not prescribe or recommend medication; always verify with the medication order, current references, and local policy.
References (APA 7th Edition)
- Chang, D. W. (2020). Respiratory Care Calculations (Revised 4th ed.). Jones & Bartlett Learning. Formula content adapted from the uploaded respiratory-care calculation text.
