Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 74%
Simulated
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a history of heart failure and is receiving furosemide. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
A potassium level of 3.0 mEq/L indicates hypokalemia, a serious adverse effect of furosemide, and should be reported.