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Potassium replacement protocols in ICUs show variability. Nurse decision-making, influenced by patient factors and collaboration, impacts adherence, highlighting a need for clearer protocol guidance.

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  • Clinical Pharmacy
  • Nursing Practice

Background:

  • Potassium replacement protocols are standard in ICUs to manage electrolyte balance and prevent harm.
  • Variability exists in the implementation of these protocols across different intensive care units (ICUs).

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the relationship between potassium levels, administration, and existing replacement protocols.
  • To identify factors influencing clinical decision-making regarding potassium replacement in ICUs.

Main Methods:

  • An exploratory mixed-methods study combining retrospective audit of clinical data (2015-2022) and interviews with critical care nurses (2024).
  • Analysis included over 10,000 patients' ICU data and 21 nurse interviews.

Main Results:

  • Potassium replacement was indicated for 39.7% of results; administration occurred within 2 hours in 59.9% of these instances.
  • Nurse interviews revealed decisions were influenced by patient history, condition, and consultation, with low concern for risks.
  • Nurses desired clearer guidance on protocol purpose and mandatory adherence.

Conclusions:

  • Protocol adherence and deviations in potassium replacement are complex, influenced by nurse autonomy and interprofessional collaboration.
  • Clearer guidelines are needed on protocol "compulsoriness" or explicit conditions for using clinical judgment in potassium replacement.