Which action is appropriate when administering IV potassium chloride?

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Accepted Answer

B. Dilute it and infuse using a pump — IV potassium chloride must never be given by IV push. It should be diluted and infused using a pump because rapid administration can cause lethal dysrhythmias.

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A. Give it IV push for severe hypokalemia

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C. Add it to a hanging bag without a label

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D. Administer it with the client in Trendelenburg position