Diuretic Drugs

Question 1 of 5

When monitoring a patient who has diabetes and is receiving a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor for edema, the nurse will monitor for which possible adverse effect?

A. Metabolic alkalosis

B. Elevated blood glucose

C. Hyperkalemia

D. Hypoglycemia

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Question 2 of 5

The nurse will monitor a patient for signs and symptoms of hyperkalemia if the patient is taking which of these diuretics?

A. Hydrochlorothiazide

B. Furosemide

C. Acetazolamide

D. Spironolactone

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Question 3 of 5

Mannitol has been ordered for a patient with acute renal failure. The nurse will administer this drug using which procedure?

A. Intravenously, through a filter

B. By rapid intravenous bolus

C. By mouth in a single morning dose

D. Through a gravity intravenous drip with standard tubing

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Question 4 of 5

Furosemide is prescribed for a patient who is about to be discharged, and the nurse provides instructions to the patient about the medication. Which statement by the nurse is correct?

A. Take this medication in the evening.

B. Avoid foods high in potassium, such as bananas, oranges, fresh vegetables, and dates.

C. If you experience weight gain, such as 5 pounds or more per week, be sure to tell your physician during your next routine visit.

D. Be sure to change positions slowly and rise slowly after sitting or lying so as to prevent dizziness and possible fainting because of blood pressure changes.

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Question 5 of 5

When reviewing the mechanisms of action of diuretics, the nurse knows that which statement is true about loop diuretics?

A. They work by inhibiting aldosterone.

B. They are very potent, having a diuretic effect that lasts at least 6 hours.

C. They have a rapid onset of action and cause rapid diuresis.

D. They are not effective when the creatinine clearance decreases below 25 mL/min.

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