Intravenous (IV) drip rates are often calculated to ensure the patient receives the correct amount of fluid or medication over a specified time. The formula is:
\[ \text{Flow Rate (mL/hr)} = \frac{\text{Volume to be infused (mL)}}{\text{Time (hours)}} \]
For example, if 1000 mL of saline is to be infused over 8 hours, the calculation would be:
