A client is prescribed heparin sodium 850 units subcutaneous injection q12h.The vial contains reads 1000 units/mL.How many mL of the medication will the nurse provide the client?

Name: A client is prescribed heparin sodium 850 units subcutaneous injection q12h.The vial contains reads 1000 units/mL.How many mL of the medication will the nurse provide the client?
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mL/dose = 1 mL/1000 units x 850 units/1 dose.Multiply the numerators and then divide by the denominators.The nurse will administer 0.85 mL.

A Client Is Prescribed Heparin Sodium 850 Units Subcutaneous Injection