loop diuretic Flashcards
1
Q
names
A
-furosemide (lasix)
-bumetanide (bumex)
-torsemide (demadex)
2
Q
action
A
- inhibit reabsorption of NA and Cl
3
Q
purpose
A
-HTN
-HF
-renal disease
-edema
-pulmonary edema
4
Q
side effects
A
-hypokalemia
-hypotension
-hyperglycemia
-photosensitivity
-hyponatremia
-dehydration
POTASSIUM WASTING
5
Q
nursing considerations
A
-obtain baseline vitals
-replace K is <3.5
-administer slowly (fast can cause ototoxicity)