VTBI on pumps

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Randi Trope
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VTBI on pumps

At your institution for continuous infusions, including IVF, do you have a guideline/policy regarding how much volume can the VTBI (volume to be infused) be set for on the pump? 1 hour worth of fluid? Two? More? And rationale if you know it.

Thanks.