Pharmacological TherapiesQuestion 93 of 120
A client is receiving an IV infusion of potassium chloride. Which action is essential for safety?
a.Infuse diluted potassium slowly using an infusion pump
b.Administer potassium by rapid IV push
c.Give potassium undiluted for faster effect
d.Stop cardiac monitoring during the infusion
Explanation
IV potassium must always be diluted and infused slowly with a pump; it is never given by IV push because rapid administration can cause fatal cardiac arrest. Cardiac monitoring is important.
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