Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies Q 57

By | June 22, 2022

A nurse is administering IV furosemide to a patient admitted with congestive heart failure. After the infusion, which of the following symptoms is not expected?
  
     A. Increased urinary output
     B. Decreased edema
     C. Decreased pain
     D. Decreased blood pressure
    
    

Correct Answer: C. Decreased pain

Furosemide, a loop diuretic, does not alter pain.

Option A: Furosemide acts on the kidneys to increase urinary output.
Option B: Fluid may move from the periphery, decreasing edema.
Option D: Fluid load is reduced, lowering blood pressure.

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