M5 PHARMA

Front

A 68-year-old male with congestive heart failure is prescribed furosemide. The nurse monitors for which potential adverse effect?

Back

Hypokalemia

Front

A patient taking hydrochlorothiazide reports muscle cramps and weakness. Which electrolyte imbalance does the nurse suspect?

Back

Hypokalemia

Front

A nurse is teaching a patient about spironolactone. Which of the following should the nurse emphasize?
- Take the drug on an empty stomach
- Avoid potassium-rich foods and salt substitutes
- Expect frequent urination at night
- Increase potassium-rich foods

Back

Avoid potassium-rich foods and salt substitutes

Front

A client taking a loop diuretic reports hearing a ringing sound in the ears. What should the nurse do first?

Back

Notify the healthcare provider

Front

A patient with cirrhosis is prescribed spironolactone. What is the primary reason for this drug choice?

Back

It helps control ascites by sparing potassium

Front

An elderly patient is on thiazide diuretics. Which lab test requires close monitoring?

Back

Serum electrolytes

Front

A nurse reviews the chart of a patient taking mannitol. Which condition would contraindicate its use? Hypovolemia, Pulmonary edema, Hypertension, Anuria

Back

Anuria

Front

A patient is prescribed bumetanide. Which nursing action is essential before administration?

Back

Assess blood pressure and fluid status

Front

A nurse provides dietary teaching to a patient on hydrochlorothiazide. Which food should the patient include in their diet? Cottage cheese, White rice, Bananas, Apples

Back

Bananas

Front

A patient on furosemide has a potassium level of 2.9 mEq/L. What is the priority nursing action?

Back

Notify the healthcare provider and anticipate potassium replacement