medium · NCLEX-RN pharmacology
A nurse is preparing to administer an intravenous bolus of potassium chloride. The order reads: "Potassium chloride 20 mEq IV push now for potassium 3.1 mEq/L."
What is the most appropriate nursing action?
- Dilute the potassium in 10 mL of normal saline before giving the IV push.
- Administer the medication slowly over 5 minutes through a large-bore peripheral IV.
- Contact the healthcare provider to clarify the route of administration.
- Check the client's most recent creatinine level before administering the push.
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