Effectiveness of a Diuretic Algorithm in Clinical Stability in Heart Failure Patients

The intervention group is conducted by a nurse in a systematic way during one time per week. If signs and symptoms of congestion, the dose of diuretic ( furosemide ) is revised , nonpharmacological guidelines are provided. According to the algorithm 1KG weight changes are indicative of modifying the diuretic dose , with the addition or reduction 1 tablet a day (1 tablet equivalent to 40 milligrams of furosemide)

This group received just diuretic adjusted (Furosemide 40 milligrams) by the doctor on the baseline.