Cardiovascular Pharmacology NCLEX RN Nursing Practice Question
The nurse is counseling a client with congestive heart failure (CHF) about newly prescribed torsemide. The nurse determines that the teaching has been effective when the client plans to
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Torsemide, a loop diuretic, requires daily weight monitoring to assess fluid status in CHF. Decreasing potassium is incorrect (risk of hypokalemia), and urinary output or vital signs monitoring is less critical.