Diagnosis of congestive heart failure and diabetes

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A 70-year-old woman entered the Medicine and Surgery unit with a diagnosis of congestive heart failure (CHF). This morning her blood pressure was high. The patient denies having chest pain, but complains about lack of air. His weight this morning indicated a 4 pound increase in the weight measured by him the previous day. The nurse notified the doctor, who ordered him to administer the diuretic of Furosemide (Lasix) 40 mg per mouth immediately. How will the nurse identify the patient before taking the medicine? What safety measures will the nurse apply to ensure patient safety? what steps are needed to take the patient medication to avoid mistakes in medication.

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