RN VATI LATEST EXAM A+ GRADED
RN VATI LATEST EXAM A+ GRADED Loop Diuretics - CORRECT ANSWER-Block to reabsorption of sodium and chloride in loop of henle HTN EDEMA CHF KIDNEY STONES *Lasix (Furosemide) *Demadex (Torsemide) Contradicted in: Allergy DM-s/e of hyperglycemia bradycardia hypotension gout hearing impairment Neprotoxicity S/E HYPOKALEMIA: monitor for s/s muscle weakness, leg cramps, cardiac dysrhythmias, abdominal distention- Give KCL IV infusion if critically low (10mEq/hr is the maximum always) *Monitor K levels (normal 3.5-5.0) *Give oral supplements *encourage high K diet- dark green veggies, sweet potato, fish, soy beans. Bradycardia *HOLD MED if pulse is 60 or less Hypotension *Monitor VS/Input/Output/get up slowly Weakness *Get up slowly GI upset *take w/ food, in the AM Electrolyte imbalance *monitor serum levels Daily weights Increase/Decrease of 2.2lbs in 24 hours period-Contact HCP could lead to kidney disease/loss of electrolytes
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