M.P. is an 83-year-old white female who began taking furosemide 20 mg PO twice daily approximately 2 weeks ago for peripheral edema. She is being admitted to a medical surgical floor following complaints of being exhausted and a physician diagnosis of dehydration. She has been getting up several times each night to use the bathroom. The swelling in her ankles has markedly improved; however, her laboratory values and assessment indicate the need for an admission for hydration and electrolyte balance. The physician has ordered furosemide 20 mg IV daily upon admission.
Keywords: furosemide, edema, diuretic, hypotension
Furosemide Management Plan
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