The nurse is caring for a client being treated pharmacologically for heart failure.Which laboratory values is the nurse careful to monitor during treatment?
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Potassium levels are important to monitor because certain heart failure medications can lead to hyperkalemia. BUN and creatinine levels should be monitored to assess kidney function, as heart failure can lead to reduced kidney function. Serum drug levels should be monitored to ensure therapeutic levels are achieved and to prevent toxicity. Liver function tests may be important to monitor depending on the specific medication being used, but it is not a general requirement for heart failure treatment.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Client Being Treated Pharmacologically