A patient with an acute kidney injury is prescribed intravenous calcium for a potassium level of 6.8 mEq/L
What actions will the nurse make when providing this medication? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. Administer the medication IV push over 2 minutes.
2. Observe for electrocardiogram rhythm changes in 1 to 3 minutes after administering the medication.
3. Monitor for ongoing effects to last 30 to 60 minutes.
4. Discontinue the medication if tachycardia occurs.
5. Observe for a urine output increase within 10 minutes after administering this medication.
1,2,3
Rationale 1: This medication should be administered IV push over 2 minutes.
Rationale 2: The effects of this medication occur 1 to 3 minutes after administering.
Rationale 3: The effects of this medication last 30 to 60 minutes.
Rationale 4: This medication should be discontinued if bradycardia occurs.
Rationale 5: This medication does not affect urine output.
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