The nurse is assisting with the care of a patient who receives bumetanide (Bumex) 3 mg intravenously. Which of these actions should the nurse take after this medication is administered?
a. Weigh the patient in 2 hours.
b. Monitor urine output.
c. Watch for leg cramps, and medicate if necessary.
d. Listen to heart sounds for irregular heart rhythms.
ANS: B
Bumetanide (Bumex) is a diuretic, so urine output is monitored.
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