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Question 1

What are dietetics prescribed for

Answer 1

hypertension, heart failure

Question 2

What are the 3 main classes of diuretics

Answer 2

1. Loop diuretics
2. Thiazide diuretics
3. Potassium sparing diuretics

Question 3

Why and How do diuretics modify renal function

Answer 3

To enhance formation and excretion of urine (diuresis)
Achieved by inhibiting absorption of sodium and chloride in nephrons. increase excretion of sodium and chloride results in increase in excretion of water by osmosis