A patient who is to receive bumetanide (Bumex) in 1 hour has less ankle edema and neck vein distention than earlier. What action should the nurse take?
a. Notify the registered nurse.
b. Hold the Bumex.
c. Give the Bumex early.
d. Give the scheduled Bumex.
ANS: D
Give the scheduled Bumex, as the desired effect is to reduce ankle edema and prevent it from occurring.
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