Sodium or Potassium Phosphate Rate of Administration

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Heather Dell'Orfano
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Sodium or Potassium Phosphate Rate of Administration

At your institution, what is the protocol regarding rate of administration of IV sodium or potassium phosphate? Please answer considering a dose of 15 mmol.
a) Max 10 mmol/hr regardless of dose
b) 6 hour infusion time regardless of dose
c) Other- please specify dose and rate of administration