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    Pediatrics proctored exam (HCP bridge)
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    According to the heparin protocol, a patient is to receive 70 units per kilogram IV before a continuous heparin infusion is started. For a patient weighing 60 kilograms, how many units of heparin should be administered? Whole number.

    units

    Explanation & Rationale

    Step 1 is: 70 units/kg × 60 kg. Step 2 is: 4200 units. The final calculated answer is 4200 units.

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