Diuretics Flashcards
1
Q
two sub classes of diuretics
A
loop diuretics
potassium sparing diurectics
2
Q
which sub class of diuretic works by reducing reabsorption of sodium in the kidney tubles
A
loop diuretics
3
Q
which sub class of diuretics normally does not cause hypokalemia
A
potassium sparing diuretics
4
Q
what do potassium sparing diuretics inhibit
A
aldosterone
5
Q
what do diuretics reduce via diuresis
A
preload
6
Q
urine production
A
diuresis
7
Q
brand name of furosemide
A
Lasix
8
Q
potassium sparing diuretic
A
Spirononlactone
9
Q
two indications of diuretics
A
pulmonary edema
ascites
10
Q
three adverse effects of furosemide
A
hypokalemia
hyponatremia
dehydration
11
Q
low sodium
A
hyponatremia
12
Q
low potassium
A
hypokalemia
