NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Questions on Peripheral Vascular Disease Questions
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Question 1 of 5
The client diagnosed with a deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is prescribed a heparin drip. The solution is 40,000 units in 500 mL of D5W. The health-care provider ordered the client to receive 1,200 units per hour. At which rate should the nurse set the IV pump?
Correct Answer: 15
Rationale: Heparin concentration: 40,000 units/500 mL = 80 units/mL. Dose: 1,200 units/hr รท 80 units/mL = 15 mL/hr. Set pump to 15 mL/hr.
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