A nurse is administering Lasix to a client with SIADH, a syndrome where the pituitary produces an excess of ADH. What is the desired outcome?

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Lasix (furosemide) is a loop diuretic that acts by inhibiting the reabsorption of sodium and chloride in the ascending loop of Henle, leading to an increase in urine output. In the case of SIADH, the patient has excessive ADH production, which leads to water retention and decreased urine output. The desired outcome of administering Lasix is to increase urine output, which would help to decrease the serum osmolality (concentration of solutes in the blood) and potentially correct hyponatremia (low sodium levels), which is a common complication of SIADH. The medication does not have an effect on serum potassium or blood pressure.

A Nurse Is Administering Lasix to a Client with SIADH