You have a patient with chf, has pitting edema to bilateral lower extremities, and crackles upon lung auscultation. Lab results indicate the potassium is 2.3. You receive an order for furo

You have a patient with chf, has pitting edema to bilateral lower extremities, and crackles upon lung auscultation. Lab results indicate the potassium is 2.3. You receive an order for furosemide 40mg IVP times one now.
A: Why would the physician order this medication?
B: How would you explain what the medication is for to the patient?
C: Is this an appropriate dose?
D: What are the nursing implications?
E: What would you teach your patient about this medication?
F: What are the common side effects that you would explain to the patient?
G: Describe how you would administer the medication even if it would be held for this patient. What length of time would you push the medication?