Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 83%
Simulated
A 75-year-old client who has been taking furosemide (Lasix) regularly for 4 months tells the nurse that he is having trouble hearing. What would be the nurse's best response to this statement?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Furosemide can cause ototoxicity, leading to hearing loss. The nurse should advise the client to report this to the physician promptly for further evaluation and management.