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    This document provides information about the diuretic medication Lasix (furosemide). It lists the generic and trade names, classification, dose, administration route and schedule. It describes the mechanism of action as inhibiting sodium and chloride reabsorption, increasing urine output. Common side effects include dizziness, hypotension, dehydration and electrolyte imbalances. Nursing implications focus on monitoring fluid status, electrolytes and side effects. The evaluation involves assessing decreases in edema and blood pressure after administration.

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    This document provides information about the diuretic medication Lasix (furosemide). It lists the generic and trade names, classification, dose, administration route and schedule. It describes the mechanism of action as inhibiting sodium and chloride reabsorption, increasing urine output. Common side effects include dizziness, hypotension, dehydration and electrolyte imbalances. Nursing implications focus on monitoring fluid status, electrolytes and side effects. The evaluation involves assessing decreases in edema and blood pressure after administration.

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    This document provides information about the diuretic medication Lasix (furosemide). It lists the generic and trade names, classification, dose, administration route and schedule. It describes the mechanism of action as inhibiting sodium and chloride reabsorption, increasing urine output. Common side effects include dizziness, hypotension, dehydration and electrolyte imbalances. Nursing implications focus on monitoring fluid status, electrolytes and side effects. The evaluation involves assessing decreases in edema and blood pressure after administration.

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    Lasix

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    This document provides information about the diuretic medication Lasix (furosemide). It lists the generic and trade names, classification, dose, administration route and schedule. It describes the mechanism of action as inhibiting sodium and chloride reabsorption, increasing urine output. Common side effects include dizziness, hypotension, dehydration and electrolyte imbalances. Nursing implications focus on monitoring fluid status, electrolytes and side effects. The evaluation involves assessing decreases in edema and blood pressure after administration.

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    NURS 2516 Clinical Medications Worksheets

    Generic Trade Name Classification Dose Route Time/frequency


    Name
    Furosemide Lasix loop diuretics 20 mg IVP Today
    Peak Onset Duration For IV meds, compatibility with IV drips and /or solutions
    Direct IV-administer undiluted.
    30 min 5 min 2 hours RATE: administer slowly over 1-2 min.
    Mechanism of action and indications Nursing Implications (what to focus on)
    (Why med ordered) Contraindications/warnings/interactions
    Inhibits the reabsorption of sodium and chloride from the Hypersensitivity. Geriatric patients may have increased risk of
    loop of Henle and distal renal tubule. Increases renal side effects, especially hypotension and electrolyte imbalance, at
    excretion of water, sodium, chloride, magnesium, hydrogen, usual doses.
    and calcium. May have renal and peripheral vasodilatory Common side effects
    effects. Diuresis and subsequent mobilization of excess fluid CNS: dizziness, encephalopathy, headache, insomnia,
    (edema, pleural effusions). Decreased blood pressure. nervousness, EENT: hearing loss, tinnitus, CV: hypotension,
    GI: constipation, diarrhea, dry mouth, dyspepsia, nausea,
    vomiting, GU: excessive urination, Derm: photosensitivity, rashes,
    Endo: hyperglycemia, F and E: dehydration, hypochloremia,
    hypokalemia, hypomagnesemia, hyponatremia, hypovolemia,
    metabolic alkalosis, Hemat: blood dyscrasias, Metab:
    hyperglycemia, hyperuricemia, MS: arthralgia, muscle cramps,
    myalgia, Misc: increased BUN.
    Interactions with other patient drugs, OTC or herbal Lab value alterations caused by medicine
    medicines (ask patient specifically) Monitor electrolytes, renal and hepatic function, serum glucose,
    ↑ hypotension with antihypertensives , nitrates . and uric acid levels before and periodically throughout therapy.
    May need to take a potassium supplement because lasix May cause ↓ serum potassium, calcium, and magnesium
    concentrations. May also cause ↑ BUN, serum glucose, creatinine,
    depletes K+ levels. and uric acid levels
    Be sure to teach the patient the following about this
    medication
    Caution patient to change positions slowly to minimize orthostatic
    hypotension. increased risk for falls. Suggest strategies for fall
    prevention
    Nursing Process- Assessment Assessment Evaluation
    (Pre-administration assessment) Why would you hold or not give this Check after giving
    Assess fluid status during therapy. Monitor daily med? Decrease in edema, Decrease in
    weight, intake and output ratios, amount and Dehydration, hypokalemia, excessive abdominal girth, Decrease in
    location of edema, lung sounds, skin turgor, and blood pressure. Monitor I & O
    mucous membranes. Diuretic use is associated
    dizziness or disorientation, tinnitus, Signs of ototoxicity.
    with increased risk for falls in older adults. blurred vision
    Assess falls risk and implement fall prevention
    strategies. Assess patient for tinnitus and
    hearing loss.

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