ATI RN
ATI Nproo 2100 Exam Unit 3 Fundamentals Exam Questions
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A nurse is caring for a client who receives furosemide to treat heart failure. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse monitor for this client due to this medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Potassium. Furosemide is a loop diuretic that can cause potassium loss through increased urinary excretion. Monitoring potassium levels is crucial as hypokalemia can lead to cardiac arrhythmias and muscle weakness. Cortisol (
A) is not directly affected by furosemide. Bicarbonate (
B) levels may be impacted by furosemide but are not a primary concern. Albumin (
C) levels are not specifically affected by furosemide in the context of heart failure treatment.
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