NCLEX-RN
Physiological Adaptation NCLEX RN Questions
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Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who has shortness of breath, +2 pitting edema bilaterally of the lower extremities, crackles in the bases of the lungs, and a weight gain of 7 pounds in 1 week. The nurse administers furosemide 40 mg IV as ordered. Which would the nurse anticipate to indicate that the furosemide was effective? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,C,D,E
Rationale: Furosemide effectiveness is indicated by reduced edema (
B), less shortness of breath (
C), increased urine output (
D), and decreased crackles (E). Worsened edema (
A) indicates ineffectiveness.
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