Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 66%
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The physician has ordered 50 mEq of potassium chloride for a client with a potassium level of 2.5 mEq. The nurse should administer the medication:
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Potassium chloride should be administered slowly (e.g., over 5 hours for 50 mEq) to prevent cardiac complications, as rapid infusion can cause hyperkalemia.