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  1. Normal sodium level
    135-145 mEq/L
  2. Normal potassium level
    3.5-5.0 mEq/L
  3. Normal calcium level
    8.5-10.0 mg/dL
  4. Normal magnesium level
    1.3-2.1 mEq/L
  5. Normal chloride level
    95-105 mEq/L
  6. Normal phosphate level
    1.7-2.6 mEq/L
  7. Urine output less than 400 mL in 24 hours
    Oliguria
  8. Painful of difficult urination
    dysuria
  9. What is the action of furosemide (lasix)?
    diuretic, increases urinary output
  10. Why is furosemide (lasix) given?
    CHF, high blood pressure
  11. What instruction does the patient require taking furosemide (lasix)?
    Take it at the same time everyday
  12. What is the action of phenazopyridine hydrocholoride (pyridium) ?
    Bladder analgesic (pain reliever)
  13. Why is phenazopyridine hydrocholoride (pyridium) given?
    UTI
  14. What instruction does a patient taking phenazopyridine hydrocholoride (pyridium) require ?
    • Urine may be orange color
    • wear a pad in underwear, may stain underwear
    • when symptoms go away... finish antibiotics
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