NABP Exam NAPLEX Topic 6 Question 103 Discussion

Actual exam question for NABP's NAPLEX exam

Question #: 103
Topic #: 6

An order is received for 0.03 units /min of vasopressin for Sepsis to maintain MAP >65. The standard mixed in your hospital for vasopressin is 40 units in 100ml NS.

What is the rate in mLs/hr should the vasopressin be infused at?

A4.0 ml/hr

B4.9ml/hr

C4.5ml/hr

D3.5ml/hr

E6ml/hr

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Suggested Answer: C

Rate of infusion: 100mL/40U 0.03U/min 60min/1 hr = 4.5mL/hr

by Lucille at Mar 21, 2025, 11:49 AM

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Lelia

20 hours ago

I think the answer is A) 4.0 ml/hr.

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