Potassium Gluconate

Question 1

Potassium Gluconate action?

Answer 1

-essential for conducting nerve impulses

-regulation of acid base balance

-maintaining electrical excitability of muscles

Question 2

Potassium Gluconate action therapeutic uses?

Answer 2

-Treating hypokalemia

-For pt receiving dieuretic ( Furosemide) resulting in potassium loss

• potassium loss due to excessive V/D, excessive use of laxatives, GI fistulas

Question 3

Potassium Gluconate Complication

Answer 3

-Local GI ulcerations and Gi distress
- N/V/D
- Discomfort
-Hyperkalemia
- IV potassium can cause phlebitis and cardiac arrest if given to quickly

Question 4

Potassium Gluconate contraindications?

Answer 4

-Hyperkalemia
- Severe kidney disease (severe renal impairment)
- Hypo- aldersteronism
- untreated Addison disease

Question 5

Potassium Gluconate Interactions?

Answer 5

-use of potassium sparing diuretics or ACE inhibitors increase risk for hyperkalemia

-Spinach and rhubarb can decrease absorption oxalates

Question 6

Potassium Gluconate Nursing administration oral?

Answer 6

-Mix powder in 3-8 oz of cold water and drink slowly over 5-10 min

-admin with meals or full glass of water to minimize GI irritation

-liquid form must be diluted in water or juice to prevent mucosal irritation

Question 7

Potassium Gluconate pt education

Answer 7

-take with meals or at least 8 oz of water

-do not let the tablet disolve in the mouth to avoid mouth ulcerations

-notify the provider of any difficulty swallowing

Question 8

Potassium Gluconate Dosage ?

Answer 8

5-10mEQ/ day ( 2-4 ) daily
- Max dose is 100 mEQ