UTI/Diuretics Flashcards
When is the best time to take a diuretic?
in the morning
Mechanism of Action of Loop Diuretics
inhibit water and Na, K, Cl cotransport across thick ascending loop of henle; creates dilute urine
This classification of diuretic is best to treat hypertension
Thiazide
Two methods used to evaluate diuretic success
I &O and daily weights
Monitor for hyperkalemia when administering this diuretic
Spironlocatone
What classification of diuretics are administered for cerebral edema?
osmotic diuretics
What antidysrhythmic interacts with hydrochlorothiazide?
Digoxin
Signs and symptoms of hypokalemia
fatigue, weakness, anorexia, N/V, cardiac dysrhythmias, leg cramps, muscle weakness, & paresthesias. ECG changes- ST segment depression, flattened T wave & a U wave.
Primary microbe responsible for UTI
E. Coli
Medication used for UTIs that turns urine bright orange
phenazopyridine