NURS 2516 Clinical Medications Worksheets

Generic Trade Name Classification Dose Route Time/frequency

Name
Potassium Micro K Mineral and PO BID
Chloride electrolyte 10 meq
replacement
Peak Onset Duration For IV meds, compatibility with IV drips and /or solutions

1-2 hours Unknown Unknown N/A

Mechanism of action and indications
(Why med ordered)
Treatment/prevention of potassium depletion, due to
loop diuretics
Interactions with other patient drugs, OTC or herbal
medicines (ask patient specifically)
None for this patient
Nursing Process- Assessment
(Pre-administration assessment)
Assess for signs and symptoms of
hypokalemia, and hyperkalemia.
Nursing Implications (what to focus on)
Contraindications/warnings/interactions
Hyperkalemia, Use cautiously in cardiac disease.
Common side effects
CNS: confusion, restlessness, weakness. CV: arrhythmias,
ECG changes. GI: abdominal pain, diarrhea, flatulence,
nausea, vomiting, GI ulceration, stenotic lesions
Lab value alterations caused by medicine
Monitor serum potassium before and periodically during
therapy. Monitor renal function, serum bicarbonate, and
pH. Monitor serum chloride.
Be sure to teach the patient the following about this
medication
Encourage compliance with recommended diet
Assessment Evaluation
Why would you hold or not give this Check after giving
med? Prevention and correction of
Slow irregular heartbeat, fatigue, serum potassium depletion.
muscle weakness, paresthesia,
confusion—indicators for toxicity and
overdose.