The patient is prescribed to receive intravenous potassium chloride (KCL). Which actions should the nurse take when administering this medication?
Select all that apply.
1. Administer the dose IV push over 3 minutes.
2. Monitor the injection site for redness.
3. Add the ordered dose to the IV hanging.
4. Use an infusion controller for the IV.
5. Monitor fluid intake and output.
Correct Answer: 2, 4, 5
KCL should be given via IV infusion, not IV push, and should not be added to the IV hanging. The nurse should monitor the injection site for redness, use an infusion controller for the IV infusion, and monitor patient fluid intake and output.
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