The physician orders 3000 units of heparin subcutaneously daily postoperatively. The medication is supplied in 5000 units/mL. How many milliliters will the nurse administer? (LABEL CORRECTLY, SHADE SYRINGE #2 to the nearest tenth.)
The Correct Answer is ["0.6"]
Use the formula:
Volume to administer = Ordered dose ÷ Concentration available
Volume = 3000 units ÷ 5000 units/mL
Volume = 0.6 mL
Final Answer: 0.6 mL
Syringe #2 should be shaded at 0.6 mL (to the nearest tenth).
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