Intravenous infusion of potassium chloride

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A nurse receives an order to begin an intravenous infusion of potassium chloride through peripheral vein that state IV potassium chloride 20 mEq (20 mmol) per 100 milliliter 5% dextrose in water infuse over 30 minutes now which of the following is the first priority? Set the Ivy pump to 20 millilitres per hour, check the clients most recent potassium level, assess the patency of the vein, verify the prescription with the healthcare provider.

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