Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 87%
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The nurse has an order for the administration of intravenous heparin. The medication should be administered using a/an:
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Intravenous heparin requires precise dosing to maintain therapeutic anticoagulation. An infusion controller (e.g., infusion pump) ensures accurate delivery. A metered chamber is for fluids, an IV filter is for removing particles, and a stopcock is for multiple infusions, not precise control.