A patient with acute kidney injury (AKI) is prescribed furosemide (Lasix). The nurse realizes that this medication will be helpful to the patient because it will
1. reduce edema.
2. keep sodium in the body.
3. preserve protein.
4. be the gentlest diuretic to use.
Correct Answer: 1
If restoration of renal blood flow does not improve urinary output, a potent loop diuretic such as furosemide may be given with intravenous fluids to help manage fluid overload. Furosemide may also be used to manage salt and water retention associated with ARF as it helps to eliminate sodium. Furosemide does not preserve protein. Medications are not typically prescribed by their "gentleness." Each patient's response to a medication can be unique.
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