The long-term care client with a history of heart failure has developed paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea (PND). The nurse reviews the client's medication record and determines that which of the following medications has been prescribed to treat the PND?

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Bumetanide (Bumex) is a loop diuretic used to reduce fluid overload, which can help alleviate symptoms of heart failure such as paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea (PND).

The Long-Term Care Client with a History of Heart Failure