The infusion rate can be calculated using various formulas, depending on the type of infusion system in use. Here are some common parameters:
Volume to be Infused (V): The total volume of fluid or medication to be administered. Time (T): The total time over which the infusion will take place. Infusion Set Drop Factor (DF): The number of drops per milliliter, specific to the type of IV set being used.
The basic formula for calculating the infusion rate in mL/hr is: Infusion Rate (mL/hr) = Volume (mL) / Time (hr) To calculate the infusion rate in drops per minute (gtt/min), the formula is: Infusion Rate (gtt/min) = (Volume (mL) Ã Drop Factor (gtt/mL)) / Time (min)
