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While an 18-gauge, or a catheter measuring 0.234 inches (about 5.94 mm), used to be the standard, the development of short peripheral catheters with smaller but stronger walls made it possible to use a smaller size for a larger fluid flow.
Catheter Patency (Off-label). Initially give 50-100 units/kg IV infusion, THEN 100 units/kg IV infusion q4hr as maintenance dose. Infants under 10 kg: 10 units/mL; instill enough volume to fill lumen of catheter. Children and infants over 10 kg: 10-100 units/mL; instill enough volume to fill lumen of catheter.