The nurse exercises good judgment in assigning an appropriate administration schedule for the client's furosemide 40 mg by mouth daily when the dose is scheduled for:
a. 4 a.m. c. 8 p.m.
b. 8 a.m. d. 12 midnight.
ANS: B
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A Incorrect: The client should not be awakened to take a daily diuretic.
B Correct: This is an appropriate time for a daily diuretic that doesn't disturb sleep.
C Incorrect: The action of the furosemide will interfere with the client's sleep.
D Incorrect: The action of the furosemide will interfere with the client's sleep.
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