Free NCLEX RN Exam Practice Question
An elderly patient has been taking 80 mg of furosemide (Lasix) bid. The nurse notes that the patient's most recent potassium level is 2.5mEq/L. The nurse should:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A potassium level of 2.5 mEq/L indicates hypokalemia, a serious side effect of furosemide, a potassium-wasting diuretic. The nurse should withhold the medication and notify the physician to address the electrolyte imbalance.
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