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Pediatric 4-2-1 rule.

Rate (mL/h) 65

Daily total (mL) 1,560

Step-by-step with your numbers:

1. Values used:

2. Weight = 25

3. Rate = 65mL/h

4. Daily total = 1,560mL

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4-2-1 rule: 4 mL/kg/h for first 10 kg, +2 for next 10, +1 for rest. Informational.

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Common for maintenance IV fluid in children. Not for clinical decision-making.