A diuretic medication is being administered for congestive heart failure. The nurse should monitor for an adverse effect of:
1. increased urinary output.
2. weight loss.
3. thirst.
4. muscle weakness.
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Increased urinary output, weight loss, and thirst are all anticipated consequences of the therapy. Muscle weakness is a sign of hypokalemia.
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