NCLEX-RN EXAM PRACTICE QUESTION:
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.
HINTS:
Furosemide is a loop diuretic
Furosemide does not alter pain.
Furosemide acts on the kidneys to increase urinary output.
Fluid may move from the periphery, decreasing edema.
Fluid load is reduced, lowering blood pressure.
ANSWER: C
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