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The nurse plans to administer a bolus dose of IV Heparin based on the client's weight. The prescribed bolus dose is 100 units/kg. The client weighs 198 pounds. How many units of Heparin should the nurse administer? (Enter numeric value only.)

Correct Answer: 9000

Rationale: Weight: 198 pounds / 2.2 = 90 kg. Dose: 100 units/kg × 90 = 9000 units.

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