Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 64%
Simulated
A nurse is preparing to administer furosemide to a client who has acute heart failure. Which of the following laboratory results should the nurse identify as a contraindication for receiving the medication?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Hypokalemia (potassium 3.2 mEq/L) is a contraindication for furosemide, which can further lower potassium. Normal sodium, creatinine, and BUN are not contraindications.