Diuretics Flashcards

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1
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What are the three ways a diuretic can be given?

A

PO, IV, IM

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2
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Why are diuretics prescribed?

A

Chronic heart Failure
Fluid overload
Renal failure

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3
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When should clients take this medication?

A

In the morning to prevent nocturia

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4
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Why should clients take diuretics during this time?

A

If taken in the evening, clients will be going to the bathroom all night.

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What should clients be monitored for?

A

Dehydration, Low K+ hyponatremia, and weight loss

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6
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Loop and Thiazide diuretics inhibit which electrolytes?

A

Potassium, sodium, chloride

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7
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Lasix (furosemide) is a ____ diuretic

A

Loop

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Thiazide diuretics are contraindicated in clients allergic to?

A

Sulfa drugs

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9
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_____ is an osmotic diuretic used to reduce ICP

A

Mannitol (Osmitrol)

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10
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Because Mannitol crystallizes at room temperature; you will need a _____ needle to draw up

A

Filter

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Spironolactone (Aldactone) is a _____ sparing diuretic

A

Potassium

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12
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Because Spironolactone helps the body retain potassium, the client is at risk for?

A

Hyperkalemia

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If your client’s K+=3.0 and Lasix and Spironolactone are both ordered, how would you proceed?

A

Only give the spironolactone The potassium is low and Lasix will only create more K+ loss.

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14
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To accurately measure urine output, a patient _____ _____ may be given.

A

Indwelling (Foley) catheter

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