Furosemide (Lasix),a potent diuretic,is administered in acute ventricular failure to
A)strengthen myocardial contractile force.
B)increase plasma K+ levels.
C)excrete excess water and relieve the edema.
D)relieve pain.

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Furosemide is a diuretic medication that works by blocking the absorptive capacity of the kidneys, leading to the excretion of excess fluid and electrolytes. In acute ventricular failure, furosemide is used to relieve the edema that results from the accumulation of excess fluid in the lungs and other parts of the body. It does not strengthen myocardial contractile force, increase plasma K+ levels or relieve pain.

Furosemide (Lasix),a Potent Diuretic,is Administered in Acute Ventricular Failure to