Which intervention by the nurse would be appropriate when administering potassium to a patient? Administer intramuscular (IM) injection of potassium chloride. If administering potassium via intravenous (IV) line, check the site every 4 hours for phlebitis. Before administering IV potassium, check and recheck the dilution of the drug in the IV container. Give liquid oral potassium before the patient’s meal to facilitate better absorption.
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