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Hyperkalemia Order Set (Potassium Level (mEq/L)? (Hemolyzed? (No (5.1 - 5…
Hyperkalemia Order Set
Potassium Level (mEq/L)?
Hemolyzed?
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No
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≥ 6.5, regardless of EKG
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No: CIGAR + Kayexalate
1. Kayexalate 30g recommended for K+ between 5.5-6 mEq/L / Kayexalate 60g recommended for K+ > 6 mEq/L. Shake the suspension prior to administration. Do not administer with orange juice. Chilling the suspension may improve palatability
2. Calcium Gluconate 1,000 mg IVP Push Q10minutes x 3 doses (Administer slowly into large vein) For EKG Changes ONLY
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7. DC offending agents / Assess diet / Recheck K+ levels q2-4 hours / Check BGM once before administration of insulin and one hour after administration. If BGM is < 100 mg/dl, repeat in another hour.
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