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Applies the weight-based unfractionated heparin protocol of an 80 units/kg bolus and an 18 units/kg/h infusion, then converts to a pump rate.
Weight-based heparin
Bolus (units) = weight x units/kg; infusion (units/h) = weight x units/kg/h; pump rate (mL/h) = units per hour / concentration
Educational estimate only. Not a substitute for professional clinical judgement, and must not be used to make treatment or dosing decisions.
No. Venous thromboembolism protocols use higher rates than acute coronary syndrome protocols.
By APTT ratio or anti-Xa activity, typically six hours after starting and after every rate change.