ATI RN
ATI Nurs 100 Fundamental Final Exam Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching for a client who has pulmonary edema and is about to start taking furosemide. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Eat foods that contain plenty of potassium. Furosemide is a loop diuretic that can lead to potassium depletion. By instructing the client to eat foods rich in potassium, such as bananas or oranges, the nurse can help prevent hypokalemia. This is crucial as low potassium levels can lead to cardiac dysrhythmias and muscle weakness.
Choice A is incorrect as swelling in the hands and feet should decrease with the use of furosemide.
Choice B is incorrect as furosemide is typically taken in the morning to prevent nocturia.
Choice D is incorrect as aspirin can worsen edema and increase the risk of bleeding.
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