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Diuretics Flashcards

1
Q

What does a diuretic do?

A

Promotes sodium and water excretion from the body

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2
Q

What organ is important when taking BP meds?

A

Kidneys

Excrete waste

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3
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Thiazides

A

Hydrochlorothiazide(HCTZ)
Potassium loss
Treats edema from heart failure

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4
Q

What kind of diet should a person on a Hydrochorothiazide eat?

A

Potassium rich foods and supplements

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5
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When should a diuretic be taken?

A

In the morning/daytime to avoid fall risk

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6
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When should a pt on diuretics be weighed?

A

Daily, and consistent

same clothes, same time of day

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7
Q

Kiwis will trigger which allergy?

A

Latex allergy

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8
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Furosemide (Lasix)

A

Loop diuretic

short term-temporary fix

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9
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Which type of diuretic can be taken regardless of kidney dysfunction?

A

Lasix

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10
Q

Risk from Lasix?

A

Risk for hyperkalemia and severe dehydration

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11
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What happens if Lasix is given too quickly?

A

Can cause hearing loss

*Always check how long to push IV med for

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12
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Mannitol

A

Osmotic diuretic

Very potent

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13
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Which diuretic is used to treat Cerebral edema?

A

Mannitol

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14
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Which diuretic is used for patients with kidney disease?

A

Mannitol

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15
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What makes Mannitol dangerous?

A

Rapid fluid shifts

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16
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Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitors

A

Acetazolamide (Diamox) PROTOTYPE

17
Q

Which diuretic would be used for someone with interocular pressure

A

Acetazolamide (Diamox)

18
Q

Potassium-sparing Diuretics

A

PROTOTYPE- Spironolactone (Aldatone)

19
Q

What does Spironolactone (Aldatone) do to the body?

A

Leaves potassium in the body

Raises potassium levels in the blood

20
Q

Which diuretic would you NOT suggest a potassium rich diet?

A

Spironolactone (Aldatone)

Watch for hyperkalemia

21
Q

What should always be stressed when taking a diuretic?

A

Compliance

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