thiazide diuretic- hydrchlorothiazide (microzide)

Question 1

thiazide is used to treat

Answer 1

HF
cirrhosis of liver and renal failure
hypertension

Question 2

adverse reaction of thiazide

Answer 2

hypokalemia
hyperglycemia
increased uric acid levels w/ gout

Question 3

if hyperkalemia occurs monitor for

Answer 3

dysrhythmias

Question 4

if hypokalemia occurs (while taking digoxin) hydrochlorothiazide what can it be combined with to manage hypokalemia

Answer 4

combined with potassium supplement or potassium sparing diuretic

Question 5

what should be monitored when taking hydrochlorothiazide

Answer 5

monitor hypokalemia
blood glucose
uric acid levels

Question 6

how should hydrochlorothiazide be given

Answer 6

give with food to minimize gi effects

Question 7

give last dose of thiazide

Answer 7

give by 3pm to prevent nocturia

Question 8

what should you be eating when on hydrochlorothiazide

Answer 8

potassium rich foods

Question 9

what should be reported to provider when on hydrochlorothiazide

Answer 9

report signs of electrolyte imbalance

Question 10

interactions with thiazide

Answer 10

increased risk for digoxin toxicity
corticosteroids and amphotericin B increase risk for hypokalemia