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A client with deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is receiving a continuous IV infusion of heparin sodium 20,000 units in 5% dextrose Injection 500 ml at the rate of 25 mL/hour. How many units of heparin should the client receive in 12 hours? (Enter numeric value only.)

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12000

Rationale:

💎 Total heparin in bag: 20,000 units

💎 Total volume: 500 mL

💎 Infusion rate: 25 mL/hour

💎 Duration: 12 hours

💎 Step 1: Calculate units per mL

20,000 units/500 mL=40 units/mL

💎 Step 2: Calculate total volume in 12 hours

25 mL/hr×12 hours=300 mL

💎 Step 3: Calculate total units received

300 mL×40 units/mL=12,000 units

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