A nurse is caring for a client who has heart failure and a new prescription for furosemide. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse review before administering furosemide?
Potassium
Phosphate
Carbon dioxide
Bicarbonate
The Correct Answer is A
Furosemide is a loop diuretic that blocks water reabsorption in the loop of Henle promoting diuresis. It also causes potassium loss in urine leading to hypokalemia. Checking potassium levels before administration of furosemide prevents worsening already existing hypokalemia.
B, C, D- furosemide does not affect the blood levels of phosphate, Carbon dioxide and bicarbonate.
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Correct Answer is B
Explanation
Baclofen is a muscle relaxant use to manage muscle spasm in clients with neuromuscular disorders such as multiple sclerosis. Dizziness and drowsiness are among the common side effects of baclofen. Concurrent use of antihistamines can worsen the drowsiness because antihistamines also have a sedative effect
A. Baclofen commonly causes constipation
C. Baclofen can be taken even with a headache
D. Baclofen can be taken with or without food.
Correct Answer is D
Explanation
Aluminum compounds have a constipating effect due to reduced bowel movements and potential discomfort.
A. Flatulence is less common with aluminum hydroxide compared to magnesium-containing antacids.
B. Headache is not a common side effect of aluminum hydroxide.
C. Palpitations are not a known adverse reaction to aluminum hydroxide.
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