The nurse in the progressive care unit is caring for a 64-year-old male client.
Day 2
0730:
- potassium chloride 40 mEq IV today, as 4 bags of 10 mEq in 100 mL, per the unit potassium protocol
- furosemide 40 mg IV push every 12 hours
The nurse has reviewed the Laboratory Results from 0600, the Orders from 0730 and the Nurses' Notes from 0800 on Day 2.
For each part of the plan below, click to specify the safe practice the nurse should follow.
| Part of the Plan | Safe Practice |
|---|---|
| Furosemide IV push | |
| Device for the potassium | |
| Rate limit for the potassium | |
| Checks during the potassium infusion |