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The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient for Whom a Dose

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The nurse is caring for a patient for whom a dose of IV potassium has been ordered. Prior to hanging the potassium, the nurse should:

The nurse is caring for a patient for whom a dose of IV potassium has been ordered. Prior to hanging the potassium, the nurse should:


A) check urine output to be above 60 mL/hr.
B) check the dose with another licensed person.
C) confirm the IV fluid running is compatible with potassium.
D) start potassium with another venipuncture.

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