Exam NAPLEX Topic 1 Question 3 Discussion

Actual exam question for NABP's NAPLEX exam
Question #: 3
Topic #: 1
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?

Suggested Answer: C Vote an answer

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

by Alger at Jun 30, 2026, 03:03 PM

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