Which serum potassium result best supports the rationale for administering a stat dose of potassium chloride 20 mEq in 250 mL of normal saline over 2 hours?
A. 3.1 mEq/L
B. 3.9 mEq/L
C. 4.6 mEq/L
D. 5.3 mEq/L
Ans: A. 3.1 mEq/L
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