Order: Heparin 1,850 units/hr Available: Heparin 25,000 units in 500 mL NS The IV flow rate is _______________

A. 50 mL/hr
B. 37 mL/hr
C. 14 mL/hr
D. 370 mL/hr


ANS: B

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