IV potassium chloride (KCl) 60 mEq is prescribed for treatment of a patient with severe hypokalemia. Which action should the nurse take?
A) Administer the KCl as a rapid IV bolus.
B) Infuse the KCl at a rate of 10 mEq/hour.
C) Only give the KCl through a central venous line.
D) Discontinue cardiac monitoring during the infusion.
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