A Client Is Prescribed Furosemide (Lasix)for Heart Failure

question 256

Multiple Choice

A client is prescribed Furosemide (Lasix) for heart failure. He is currently on prednisone as well for exacerbation of his COPD. Which finding indicates that the next dose of Lasix should be withheld?

• A) Potassium of 3.0 mmol/L
• B) Potassium of 5.5 mmol/L
• C) Blood pressure of 166/88
• D) Urine output of 900 ml/24 hrs

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