A patient is admitted after experiencing increased shortness…
A patient is admitted after experiencing increased shortness of breath and a 7-pound weight gain over the past two days. Assessment findings include JVD, bilateral crackles, cool clammy skin, and dyspnea at rest. The patient is giving 80 mg IV push furosemide (Lasix). After administration, the nurse notes occasional PVCs and U waves. Which electrolyte abnormality should the nurse anticipate?
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