IV Access & Flow Rate Simulator

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Bag

Fluid: Crystalloid Remaining: 1000 mL

Poiseuille’s law reference

Q = (π · r^4 · ΔP) / (8 · μ · L)
rInternal radius proxy via device gauge/bore. Flow scales with r^4 (large‑bore >> small‑bore).
ΔPPressure gradient from delivery method (gravity vs pressure bag vs rapid infuser).
μViscosity of fluid (PRBC more viscous than crystalloids).
LEffective circuit length/connectors; extension tubing increases L and reduces flow.
Flow rate benchmarks (mL/min)