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a patient with a deep vein thrombosis (dvt) is ordered to receive a heparin drip at 18 units/kg/hr. the patient weighs 70 kg. how many units of heparin should the patient receive per hour?

Explanation:

Step1: Analyze the given information

We know the rate is 18 units/kg/hr and the patient's weight is 70 kg.

Step2: Set up the calculation

The formula to find the units per hour is \( \text{Units per hour}=\text{Rate (units/kg/hr)}\times\text{Weight (kg)} \).
Substituting the values: \(18\times70\).

Step3: Calculate the result

\(18\times70=(20 - 2)\times70=20\times70-2\times70=1400 - 140 = 1260\).

Answer:

1260 units