Heparin Drip Protocol (Last Updated - 4/11/2006)
PTT:
Rate Change (mL/hr):
Dose Change (units/24-hrs):
Additional Orders:
<=45
+6
+5760
Repeat PTT in 4-6hrs
46-54
+3
+2880
Repeat PTT in 4-6hrs
55-85
No Change
No Change
Repeat PTT in 4-6hrs
86-110
-3
-2880
Hold Heparin for 1-hour & then repeat PTT in 4-6hrs after re-starting Heparin
>110
-6
-5760
Hold Heparin for 1-hour & then repeat PTT in 4-6hrs after re-starting Heparin
-1 mL = 40 units of Heparin
-Start:
-Heparin drip @ 15 units/kg/hr (Max 1000 units/hr)
-Initial Bolus:
-60 units/kg (Max 5000 units)
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