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The nurse is preparing to administer a regular insulin IV bolus to a client. The primary health care provider (PHCP) has prescribed an initial bolus dose of 0.1 unit/kg. The client weighs 242 lbs. How much regular insulin should the nurse administer to the client as an IV bolus?

Correct Answer: 11

Rationale: Convert 242 lbs to kg: 242 ÷ 2.2 = 110 kg. Calculate dose: 110 kg × 0.1 unit/kg = 11 units. Thus, 11 units of regular insulin should be administered.

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