Potassium phosphate IV has been prescribed for a patient who has hypophosphatemia.Which nursing interventions are indicated when administering this medication?
A) Dilute the dose in 100 mL of normal saline (NS) and administer over 20 minutes.
B) Monitor the patient for respiratory distress.
C) Monitor for the development of hypotension.
D) Ensure that pharmacy has mixed the medication with a local anesthetic.
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