furosemdie

Question 1

Trade name for furosemide

Answer 1

Lasix

Question 2

Class for furosemide

Answer 2

Loop diuretic

Question 3

Standard supplies for furosemide

Answer 3

Prefilled syringe

Vial

Question 4

MOA for furosemide

Answer 4

Inhibits reabsorption of sodium and chloride in the kidneys

Increases the output of urine

Question 5

Indications for furosemide

Answer 5

Pulmonary edema

CHF

Question 6

Contraindications for furosemide

Answer 6

Hypotension

Hypovolemia

Question 7

Adverse reactions to furosemide

Answer 7

Hypovolemia

Hypokalemia

Question 8

Routes of administration for furosemide

Answer 8

IV

IO

Question 9

Onset/Peak/Duration for furosemide

Answer 9

O: 5-10 minutes
P: 20-30 minutes
D: 3-6 hours

Question 10

Adult Dosages for furosemide

Answer 10

If the patient is prescribed furosemide: The initial dosage is double the Pt total daily prescribed dosage of the drug (usually 40 to 80 mg)

If the patient is not prescribed furosemide: 0.5-1.0 mg/kg (usually 30-40 mg)

Question 11

Pediatric Dosage for furosemide

Answer 11

1 mg/kg