Potassium 3.3 - 5.2

Action

• Give regular insulin 0.1 units/kg/hr IV (Class I)
• Add 20-30 mEq KCl per liter IV fluid (10-20 mEq/hr) (Class II)
• Give 2 mg magnesium sulfate IV (Class II)
• Keep serum potassium at 4-5 mEq/L (Class II)

If not already done, address sodium and pH:

Sodium (Na+)

pH

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