14. The physician ordered a bolus dose (one time loading dose) of heparin prior to starting an IV infusion of heparin fo
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14. The physician ordered a bolus dose (one time loading dose) of heparin prior to starting an IV infusion of heparin fo
14. The physician ordered a bolus dose (one time loading dose) of heparin prior to starting an IV infusion of heparin for a client with a deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Client weights 176 lbs. Order: Administer heparin bolus dose of 80 units/kg IV once now. Available: Heparin 10,000 units/mL IV a. Calculate the units of heparin client is to receive. (Round to the nearest 50 units) b. Calculate the mLs you will administer.