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You are assigned to infuse 300 mL of a solution over 2 hours with a drop factor of 15 gtt/mL. What is the flow rate in drops per minute?

  • A. 25 gtt/min
  • B. 37.5 gtt/min
  • C. 45 gtt/min
  • D. 75 gtt/min
Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Flow rate = (300 mL 15 gtt/mL) ÷ (2 60) = 4,500 ÷ 120 = 37.5 gtt/min, exactly matching option B.