A patient who is to receive bumetanide (Bumex) in 1 hour has less ankle edema and neck vein distention than earlier. What action should the nurse take?

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The improvement in symptoms (reduced ankle edema and neck vein distention) suggests that the patient's condition is improving, but it does not indicate a need to withhold the medication. Bumetanide is a loop diuretic used to reduce fluid overload, and continuing the prescribed regimen as scheduled is appropriate to maintain the patient's progress.

A Patient Who Is to Receive Bumetanide (Bumex) in 1