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Brittanyd9008

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The client is being treated with furosemide and a steroid drug as well. As a result of the interaction of the drugs, the nurse should expect to see an increased loss of:
 
  a. potassium.
  b. calcium.
  c. magnesium.
  d. sodium.

Question 2

The client is being treated with furosemide as well as an aminoglycoside. What effect should the nurse expect to see as a result of the interaction of the drugs?
 
  a. Blurred vision
  b. Ototoxicity
  c. Bone pain
  d. Blood-tinged urine


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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
The interaction of furosemide and a steroid drug can result in an increased loss of potassium.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
The interaction of furosemide and an aminoglycoside can produce ototoxicity in the client.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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