A patient is receiving potassium (K-Lor) 20 mEq/L, furosemide (Lasix) 20 mg, and digoxin (Lanoxin) 0.125 mg orally. The patient's potassium level is 4 mEq/L and urine output for the last 8 hours was 350 mL
What should the nurse do about the prescribed medications?
a. Inform the RN.
b. Hold the scheduled dose of Lasix.
c. Give medications as scheduled now.
d. Hold the scheduled dose of Lanoxin.
ANS: C
The nurse should give the medications as scheduled now. The patient has some urine output but needs the medications to increase it. The patient needs the diuretic to remove fluid and the potassium to balance potassium loss. The digoxin will help improve cardiac output by strengthening heart contractions. A. There is no reason to inform the RN. B. D. There is no reason to hold the Lasix or Lanoxin.
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