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Converts a fixed-rate weight-based insulin infusion, such as the 0.1 units/kg/h used in diabetic ketoacidosis protocols, into a pump rate.
Fixed-rate insulin infusion
Units per hour = weight (kg) x units/kg/h; pump rate (mL/h) = units per hour / concentration (units/mL)
Educational estimate only. Not a substitute for professional clinical judgement, and must not be used to make treatment or dosing decisions.
50 units in 50 mL of sodium chloride 0.9%, giving 1 unit per mL.
Protocols adjust the rate if ketones or bicarbonate fail to improve at the expected hourly rate.