Classification
loop diuretics
Dose
Route
Time/frequency
20 mg IVP Today Duration For IV meds, compatibility with IV drips and /or solutions Direct IV-administer undiluted. 2 hours RATE: administer slowly over 1-2 min. Nursing Implications (what to focus on) Contraindications/warnings/interactions
Hypersensitivity. Geriatric patients may have increased risk of side effects, especially hypotension and electrolyte imbalance, at usual doses.
Interactions with other patient drugs, OTC or herbal medicines (ask patient specifically)
hypotension with antihypertensives , nitrates .
Assessment Why would you hold or not give this med? Dehydration, hypokalemia, excessive dizziness or disorientation, tinnitus, blurred vision