A patient is receiving potassium (K-Lor) 20 mEq/L, furosemide (Lasix) 20 mg, and digoxin (Lanoxin) 0.125 mg orally. The patient's potassium level is 4 mEq/L. The patient's output for the last 8 hours was 350 mL. The nurse is scheduled to give the medications now. What should the nurse do?

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The patient's potassium level is within the normal range (3.5-5.0 mEq/L), and the output is adequate, indicating no immediate concern that would necessitate holding any of the medications. Therefore, the nurse should proceed with administering the medications as scheduled.

A Patient Is Receiving Potassium (K-Lor) 20 MEq/L, Furosemide (Lasix)