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

    units

    Explanation & Rationale

    Step 1: Use the formula Heparin dose = Dose per kg × Weight Heparin dose = 20 units/kg × 80 kg = 1600 units

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