Question

Jake was given Heparin to slow the clotting time of his blood as therapy for the blood clot in his leg. He was given an initial bolus of Heparin, which was administered as 80 units/ kg of body weight via an IV. Jake weighs 160 lbs. Using the information on the label below determine the following: How much Heparin should be added to Jake’s IV?

Answer 1

Heparin is a drug that helps to prevent blood clots. A heparin infusion delivers heparin through an IV line in your vein.