The Prescriber Orders Heparin 10,000 Units SC; the Dose on Hand

question 61

Multiple Choice

The prescriber orders heparin 10,000 units SC; the dose on hand is 40,000 units/mL. What is the correct dosage, in mL, that should be given?

• A) 0.15 mL
• B) 0.25 mL
• C) 0.45 mL
• D) 0.75 mL

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