A patient is ordered 40 units/kg IV bolus of Heparin. The patient weighs 154 lbs. Heparin is supplied 25000 units/250mL. How many mL will the nurse administer?

Let's calculate the dosage step-by-step: 1. Convert pounds to kilograms: 154 lbs x 2.2 kg = 70 kg 2. Calculate the total dosage: 40 units/kg x 70kg = 2800 units 3. Determine the concentration of heparin in the solution: 25000 units / 250 mL = 100 units/mL 4. Calculate the volume needed: 2800 units / 100 units/mL ≈ 28 mL