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A patient is admitted to the emergency room in atrial flutter. Which of the following nonpharmacological interventions will assist in maintaining normal sinus rhythm?
 
  A) Implantation of a cardioverterdefibri llator
  B) Administer potassium chloride with dextrose IV
  C) Administer procainamide (Pronestyl)
  D) Surgical intervention with a new mitral valve

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An older adult patient has been receiving treatment for heart failure and has been experiencing frequent episodes of peripheral edema. As a result, her care provider has added furosemide (Lasix) to her medication regimen.
 
  What assessment should the nurse perform on a daily basis for the duration of treatment? A) Body weights
  B) Arterial blood gases
  C) Magnesium level
  D) Pupillary response



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Answer to Question 1

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When a patient is being treated with furosemide, the nurse weighs the patient daily and reports any increase in weight of greater than 2 pounds in 24 hours to the health care provider. Electrolyte levels must be assessed, but sodium and potassium levels are the priority. There is no particular need to assess ABGs or pupillary response.




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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Excellent


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Gracias!

 

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