Potassium Flashcards
1
Q
Potassium Class/ Dose
A
Electrolyte replacement
8-20 mEq
(3.5-5 normal value)
2
Q
K+ Indication
A
Treat Hypokalemia
3
Q
K+ Action
A
Balances K
Needed for nerve impulses
Contraction of cardiac, skeletal, smooth muscle
4
Q
K+ Adverse Reaction
A
Cramps Cardiac Depression Arrhythmias EKG changes Hperkalemia
5
Q
K+ Nursing Indications
A
Monitor EKG
I&O’s
Monitor K levels
6
Q
K+ Teaching
A
S/S hypokalemia: Weakness, Polyuria, Polydipsia
Avoid salt substitues
