Furosemide (Lasix) Is Prescribed for a Patient Who Is About

question 13

Multiple Choice

Furosemide (Lasix) is prescribed for a patient who is about to be discharged, and the nurse provides instructions to the patient about the medication. Which statement by the nurse is correct?

• A) "Take this medication in the evening."
• B) "Avoid foods high in potassium, such as bananas, oranges, fresh vegetables, and dates."
• C) "If you experience weight gain, such as 5 pounds or more per week, be sure to tell your physician during your next routine visit."
• D) "Be sure to change positions slowly and rise slowly after sitting or lying so as to prevent dizziness and possible fainting because of blood pressure changes."

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Definitions:

Short-run Phillips Curve

A graphical representation showing an inverse relationship between the rate of inflation and the rate of unemployment in an economy over the short-term.

Short-run Phillips Curve

A curve that illustrates an inverse relationship between the rate of inflation and the rate of unemployment for a given period, assuming other factors remain constant.

Inflation Expectations

The expected pace of future price increases, impacting how individuals choose to save and spend money.

Output

The quantity of goods or services produced in a given time period by a firm, industry, or country.