Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 71%
Simulated
A nurse is reviewing the serum laboratory findings for a client who has heart failure and is prescribed furosemide. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Hypokalemia (2.9 mEq/L) from furosemide can cause arrhythmias, requiring immediate reporting for potassium supplementation.