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A heparin dose of 160 units/ $\mathrm{kg}$ of body weight has been recommended for a patient undergoing surgery. How many $\mathrm{mL}$ of an injection containing 1000 heparin units $/ \mathrm{mL}$ should be administered to a $60-\mathrm{kg}$ patient? 

   A heparin dose of 160 units/ $\mathrm{kg}$ of body weight has been recommended for a patient undergoing surgery. How many $\mathrm{mL}$ of an injection containing 1000 heparin units $/ \mathrm{mL}$ should be administered to a $60-\mathrm{kg}$ patient?
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Essential Math and Calculations for Pharmacy Technicians
Essential Math and Calculations for Pharmacy Technicians
Indra K. Reddy,… 1st Edition
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Given that the recommended dose is 160 units/kg and the patient weighs 60 kg: Total dose = 160 units/kg x 60 kg = 9600 units  Show more…

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A heparin dose of 160 units/ $\mathrm{kg}$ of body weight has been recommended for a patient undergoing surgery. How many $\mathrm{mL}$ of an injection containing 1000 heparin units $/ \mathrm{mL}$ should be administered to a $60-\mathrm{kg}$ patient?
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Dosage Calculation
In medical dosing, the total required amount of a drug is determined by multiplying the prescribed dose per unit body weight by the patient's weight. This approach ensures that the dosage is tailored to the individual, optimizing safety and efficacy.
Unit Conversion
Unit conversion is a critical concept in pharmacology, involving the translation of a dose measured in one unit (such as units of medication) to another unit (such as mL) based on the concentration of the medication. This ensures accurate and effective drug administration.
Proportional Reasoning
Proportional reasoning involves using ratios to relate the administered volume of a medication to its concentration in a solution. This concept is fundamental in ensuring that the calculated dose is accurately delivered to the patient.
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