NUR3196 - Comprehensive Final Exam Drugs| Questions and 100% Correct Verified Answers

Furosemide (Lasix) - Answer - Therapeutic class: drug for heart failure and HTN - Pharmacologic class: diuretic (loop type) - Mechanism of action: Treatment of acute heart failure by removing large amounts of excess fluid in a short time period. Prevents reabsorption of sodium and chloride in the nephron loop. - OD treatment: replacement of fluids and electrolytes, possible administration of vasopressor, such as norepinephrine. - Adverse/side effects: potential electrolyte imbalances (hypokalemia), dehydration, hypotension (orthostatic), syncope, ototoxicity is rare but may result in permanent hearing deficit. - BLACK BOX WARNING: if given in excessive amounts, may lead to profound diuresis with water and electrolyte depletion. - Contraindication: hypersensitivity to furosemide, anuria, hepatic coma, and severe fluid or electrolyte depletion