Loop Diuretic Sliding Scale For Systolic Heart Failure
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Loop Diuretic Sliding Scale (uses daily weights)[html]
Use of loop diuretic such as furosemide for adjunct treatment of CHF symptoms.[/html]
Based on weight variation from maintenance weight
Weight gain 1-3 pounds: No change to Diuretic dose
Weight gain 3-5 pounds: Take extra Diuretic dose
Weight gain >5 pounds: Call clinic nurse immediately
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Use of loop diuretic such as furosemide for adjunct treatment of CHF symptoms.[/html]
Based on weight variation from maintenance weight
Weight gain 1-3 pounds: No change to Diuretic dose
Weight gain 3-5 pounds: Take extra Diuretic dose
Weight gain >5 pounds: Call clinic nurse immediately
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reference: <a href="http://www.fpnotebook.com/cv/chf/systlcdysfnctn.htm" target="_blank">FP Notebook Page</a>[/html][/conditional]
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