loop diuretic Flashcards

1
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names

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-furosemide (lasix)
-bumetanide (bumex)
-torsemide (demadex)

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action

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  • inhibit reabsorption of NA and Cl
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3
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purpose

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-HTN
-HF
-renal disease
-edema
-pulmonary edema

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4
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side effects

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-hypokalemia
-hypotension
-hyperglycemia
-photosensitivity
-hyponatremia
-dehydration

POTASSIUM WASTING

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nursing considerations

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-obtain baseline vitals
-replace K is <3.5
-administer slowly (fast can cause ototoxicity)

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