Pharmacological TherapiesPregunta 96 de 120
A client is receiving furosemide, a loop diuretic. Which electrolyte imbalance should the LPN/LVN monitor for?
a.Hypercalcemia
b.Hypernatremia
c.Hyperkalemia
d.Hypokalemia
Explicación
Loop diuretics like furosemide increase potassium excretion and can cause hypokalemia. Signs include muscle weakness and cardiac dysrhythmias. Monitoring potassium and encouraging potassium-rich foods may be indicated.
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