Explanation
•Furosemide is a loop diuretic that can cause severe fluid loss and electrolyte depletion. Hypokalemia is a common side effect of this medication.
•Althought the patient's lab results show hypermagnesia and anemia, these are not generally associated with furosemide.
Potassium: 3.5 - 5.0 mEq/L
Magnesium: 1.3 - 2.1 mEq/L
Hemoglobin: 14 - 18 g/dl (Males), 12 - 16 g/dl (Females)
Sodium: 135 - 145 mEq/L