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A client with a stroke is prescribed alteplase. The prescription is for 0.9 mg/kg. The client weighs 61.81 kg (135.98 lbs). What is the total dose in milligrams (mg) that the client will receive? Fill in the blank. Round your answer to the nearest whole number.

Correct Answer: 56 mg

Rationale: Calculate: 0.9 mg/kg × 61.81 kg = 55.629 mg, rounded to 56 mg.

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