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    Ati n400 ew med surg final proctored exam
    Calculation

    The provider orders a Heparin infusion to run 950 units/hr. The medication is supplied as 25.000 units/250mL NSS. At what rate would the infusion pump be set at? (Round to the nearest tenth) Enter text here. _____ mL/hr

    L/hr

    Explanation & Rationale

    The IV bag has 25,000 units in 250 mL. Step 1: Find concentration (units per mL) 25,000 units ÷ 250 mL = 100 units/mL Step 2: Use the ordered rate The provider ordered 950 units per hour. mL per hour = Dose ordered ÷ Concentration mL/hr = 950 units/hr ÷ 100 units/mL mL/hr = 9.5 mL/hr Correct answer: 9.5 mL/hr

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