The nurse is assisting with the care of a patient who receives bumetanide (Bumex) 3 mg intravenously. Which of these actions should the nurse take after this medication is administered?

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Bumetanide is a loop diuretic that works by increasing urine output, so the nurse should monitor the patient’s urine output after administering the medication to assess its effectiveness. Weighing the patient in 2 hours may be done if the provider has ordered it, but it is not the best option in this case as it does not give immediate feedback on the medication's effectiveness. Watching for leg cramps and listening to heart sounds are not specifically related to administering bumetanide, and therefore are not the best options.

The Nurse Is Assisting with the Care of a Patient