A client has ascites and the nursing diagnosis Excess Fluid Volume. The nurse has orders to administer albumin and furosemide (Lasix). Which action by the nurse regarding this order is correct?
A) Call the physician to clarify the order.
B) Give the albumin first and then give the furosemide.
C) Give the furosemide first and then give the albumin.
D) Have the pharmacy mix both drugs in the same IV bag.

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The nurse should give the albumin first to pull fluid back into the vascular space, and then follow it with the diuretic so the client excretes the excess fluid.

A Client Has Ascites and the Nursing Diagnosis Excess Fluid