According to the heparin protocol, a patient is to receive 20 units per kg intravenously before a continuous heparin infusion is started. For a patient weighing 80 kg, how many units of heparin should be administered? Whole number.

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According to the heparin protocol, a patient is to receive 20 units per kg intravenously before a continuous heparin infusion is started. For a patient weighing 80 kg, how many units of heparin should be administered? Whole number.

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