Question: how much potassium in 20 mmol k phos?
Answer: Rates as high as 20 mmol/hour (29 mEq/hour potassium) have been safely used in adult ICU patients. Pediatrics: Data are limited; infusion rates of 6 to 12 hours have been used. The usual infusion rate based on potassium content is 0.17 to 0.34 mmol/kg/hour (0.25 to 0.5 mEq/kg/hour).