Order: Heparin 1,600 units/hr Available: Heparin 25,000 units in 250 mL D5 1/2 NS The IV flow rate is _______________
A. 100 mL/hr
B. 15 mL/hr
C. 16 mL/hr
D. 2 mL/hr
ANS: C
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