Lasix 12345

Question 0

Lasix - Action (2)

Answer 0

• inhibits NaCl reabsorption in proximal tubules/loop of henle
• direct venodilating effects which decreases venous return to heart (decreased preload)

Question 1

Lasix - Class (1)

Answer 1

• Loop diuretic

Question 2

Lasix - Indications (3)

Answer 2

• acute cardiogenic pulmonary edema
• HTN crisis
• Chronic CHF

Question 3

Lasix - Contraindications (4)

Answer 3

• allergy to sulfonamides
• dehydrated pt
• anuric pt (no pee)
• electrolyte depletion

Question 4

Lasix - Side Effects (5)

Answer 4

CHEST

• Hypovolemia/orthostatic Hypotension
• tinnitus (transient deafness)
• muscle cramps and weakness
• electrolyte problems (Na, K, Ca, and Mag depletion due to pee)
• Signs of HypoK (cramps, fatigue, malaise/weakness)