Your patient’s recent PTT is 45. According to protocol, you need to…

Question Answered step-by-step Your patient’s recent PTT is 45. According to protocol, you need to… Your patient’s recent PTT is 45. According to protocol, you need to increase the Heparin drip by 2 units/kg/hr and administer 30 units/kg IV bolus. You will recheck the PTT in 6 hours. The patient is currently receiving a Heparin drip at 22 units/kg/hr from a bag that reads 25,000 units/250 mL. The patient weighs 129 lbs. How many units will the patient receive as a bolus, and how many units per kilogram per hour will the patient receive based on the new PTT result? Health Science Science Nursing Share QuestionEmailCopy link Comments (0)