Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 89%
Simulated
A nurse is preparing to administer furosemide (Lasix) to a client. Which of the following findings should the nurse hold the medication and notify the provider? (Select All That Apply.).
Correct answer
B,C,D
Rationale
The correct answer is B, C, and D.
B: Urinary output of 12 mL/hour indicates a significant decrease and may suggest kidney dysfunction, requiring the nurse to hold the medication and notify the provider.
C: A blood potassium level of 2.5 mEq/L is below the normal range (3.5-5.0 mEq/L) and could lead to hypokalemia, a potential adverse effect of furosemide that needs immediate attention.
D: A blood potassium level of 2.9 mEq/L is also below the normal range, indicating hypokalemia, which can lead to serious complications such as cardiac arrhythmias.
A: A urinary output of 80 mL/hour is within the normal range and is not a concerning finding when administering furosemide.
In summary, the nurse should hold the medication and notify the provider for urinary output of 12 mL/hour and low blood potassium levels (2.5 m
B: Urinary output of 12 mL/hour indicates a significant decrease and may suggest kidney dysfunction, requiring the nurse to hold the medication and notify the provider.
C: A blood potassium level of 2.5 mEq/L is below the normal range (3.5-5.0 mEq/L) and could lead to hypokalemia, a potential adverse effect of furosemide that needs immediate attention.
D: A blood potassium level of 2.9 mEq/L is also below the normal range, indicating hypokalemia, which can lead to serious complications such as cardiac arrhythmias.
A: A urinary output of 80 mL/hour is within the normal range and is not a concerning finding when administering furosemide.
In summary, the nurse should hold the medication and notify the provider for urinary output of 12 mL/hour and low blood potassium levels (2.5 m