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The nurse is caring for a client who is prescribed IV heparin. The client is prescribed 15 units/kg/hr. The client weighs 70 kgs (154 Ibs). The heparin is labeled with 25,000 units in 250 mL of D5W. How many mL/hr should this client receive? Fill in the blank. Round your answer to the nearest whole number.

Correct Answer: 11 mL/hr

Rationale: Calculate dose: 15 units/kg/hr × 70 kg = 1050 units/hr. Flow rate: (1050 units/hr ÷ 25,000 units) × 250 mL = 10.5 mL/hr, rounded to 11 mL/hr.

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