The nurse would be most concerned about the risk of which of the following in a client receiving torsemide (Demadex)?

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Torsemide is a loop diuretic that works by blocking the reabsorption of sodium and chloride in the loop of Henle, which can lead to the loss of water and electrolytes, including sodium. Hyponatremia (low sodium level) is a potential risk for clients receiving torsemide, and it can cause symptoms such as headache, nausea, vomiting, confusion, seizures, and coma. Therefore, the nurse would be most concerned about the risk of hyponatremia in a client receiving torsemide. A, B, and C are not the most concerning risks associated with torsemide.

The Nurse Would Be Most Concerned About the Risk of Which