A patient has been taking an ACE inhibitor and a beta-blocker for the treatment of hypertension but has been consistently obtaining blood pressure readings in the vicinity of 145/90 mm Hg
As a result, the patient's primary care provider has prescribed furosemide (Lasix). What order would be most consistent with this patient's health needs? A) Lasix 125 mg PO OD
B) Lasix 40 mg IV TID
C) Lasix 20 mg IV OD
D) Lasix 40 mg PO BID
D
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For hypertension, Lasix is commonly given as 40 mg PO twice daily and gradually increased if necessary.
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