The client has been prescribed furosemide (Lasix). What condition does this medication cause?
1. Hyperkalemia
2. Increased blood pressure
3. Increased respirations
4. Hypokalemia
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Rationale 1:Furosemide is a loop diuretic and causes hypokalemia, not hyperkalemia.
Rationale 2:Furosemide is a diuretic which decreases blood volume through the urinary excretion of water and electrolytes. The diuretic will cause hypotension.
Rationale 3:Furosemide does not have this effect on the body.
Rationale 4: Furosemide (Lasix) is a loop diuretic, and causes hypokalemia.
Global Rationale: Furosemide (Lasix) is a loop diuretic, and causes dehydration and hypokalemia. Other electrolyte imbalances of sodium and magnesium are adverse effects.
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