[Verified Answer]: J.D., a 54 year old male, has been…

J.D., a 54 year old male, has been admitted to the hospital with symptoms of dehydration due to persistent vomiting and diarrhea over the last 48 hours. J.D. is disoriented, his blood pressure is 90/60 mmHg and his heart rate is 120 beats per minute (tachycardic), indicating hypovolemia. He weighs 80 kg and has no known allergies. The doctor has ordered IV fluids to stabilize J.D.’s condition. The doctor orders 1000 mL of Normal Saline (0.9% NaCl) to be infused over 8 hours. After the first 1000 mL, 500 mL of D5W over 6 hours You are responsible for administering the IV fluids safely. You have access to an IV administration set with a DF15. Additionally, due to the patient’s condition, the doctor has requested you closely monitor J.D.’s intake and output to avoid overload. J.D. is NPO. a) What will you set the flow rate of the first order? b) If an electronic pump is not available what will you set the drip for the first order? c) What will you set the flow rate of the second order? d) If an electronic pump is not available what will you set the drip for the second order? e) What is the total fluid intake after the administration of the doctor’s orders? f) If J.D.’s output was 25 mL/h, what was his total output after both infusions? g) How much fluid did J.D. retain?