Chapter 43 Diuretics

Question 0

Most frequently prescribed osmotic diuretic

Answer 0

Mannitol

Used to treat intracranial pressure and cerebral edema and crosses blood brain barrier

Question 1

Sodium loss in urine

Answer 1

Natriuresis

Question 2

Main side effect of potassium sparing diuretics

Answer 2

Hyperkalemia

Question 3

Increased urine flow

Answer 3

Diuresis

Question 4

Hormone that affects the body’s sodium levels

Answer 4

Aldosterone

Question 5

Which groups of diuretics are frequently prescribed to treat hypertension and CHF

Answer 5

Loop and thiazide diuretics

Question 6

Pharmacological action of spironolactone

Answer 6

Promote potassium retention and sodium excretion

Question 7

Classification of furosemide

Answer 7

Loop diuretic

Question 8

Normal potassium level

Answer 8

3.5 to 5.3

Question 9

Side effects of HCTZ

Answer 9

Diarrhea

Dizziness

Question 10

Foods encouraged in diet when taking furosemide

Answer 10

Raisins
Baked potatoes
Tomatoes
Since high in potassium

Question 11

Onset of action of HCTZ

Answer 11

Two hours

Question 12

Standard dosage range for mannitol

Answer 12

1.2 g followed by 0.25 mg to 1 g of a 15 to 25 percent solution infused over 30-90 mins