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| A general term for drugs that accelerate the rate of urine formation |
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| Potassium-sparing diuretics |
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| Diuretics that result in the diuresis of sodium and water and the retention of potassium; spironolactone is an example. |
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| a term for diuretics tht cause the body to lose potassium. |
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| durgs that induce diuresis by increasing the osmotic pressure of the glomerular filtrate, which results in an rapid diuresis; mannitol is an example. |
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| diuretics that act on the distal convuluted tubule, where they inhibit sodium and water resorption; HCTZ is an example. |
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| An abnormal intraperineal accumulation of fluid |
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| abbreviation for a class of diuretics that inhibit the enzyme carbonic anhydrase; acetazolamide |
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| potent diuretics that act along the ascending limb of the loop of Henle; furosemide is an example. |
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| main structural unit of the kidney |
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| abbreviation for the term that describes an index of how well the kidneys are functioning as filters |
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Which of the following are the best indications for the use of diuretics? select all that apply. a) increase urine output b) reduce uric acid levels c) treat open-angle glaucoma d) treat edema assoc. with heart failure |
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When providing pt. teaching to a pt. whois taking a potassium-sparing diuretic such as spironolactone(Aldactone), the nurse should include what dietary guidelines? a) no restrictions b) consume foods high in K such as bananas, OJ c) avoid foods high in K d) drink 1-2 L fluid/day |
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| c) avoid foods high in potassium (K) |
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| When monitoring a patient for hypokalemia r/t diuretic use, the nurse looks for which possible symptoms? |
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| muscle weakness and lethargy |
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| Pt has sever heart failure, started on therapy with carbonic anhydrase inhibitor, nurse mentions tht medication may be stopped in a few days. What is the reason for this short treatment? |
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| CAIs lose their diuretic effect in 2-4 days because metabolic acidosis develops. |
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Common uses of crystalloids include which of the following? select all that apply a) fluid replacement b)promotion of urinary flow c)transport of oxygen cells d) replacement of electrolytes e) as maintenance fluids f)replacement of clotting factors |
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IV order for NS to run at 100ml/hr. What concentration will the nurse use? a)0.33% b)0.45% c)0.9% d)3.0% |
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A pt. admitted with severe dehydration after working outside on a very hot day. The nurse expects which IV fluid to be ordered for rapid fluid replacement? a) albumin b) hetastarch c)fresh frozen plasma d) 3% sodium chloride |
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When giving IV potassium, which of the following is important for the nurse to remember? a)IV doses are preferred over oral dosage forms. b) IV solutions should contain at least 50mEq/L c) It must always be given in diluted form d) It should be given by slow IV bolus. |
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| C) it must always be given in diluted form. |
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Which product is used to increase clotting factor levels in pt. with a demonstrated deficiency rather than routine fluid resuscitation? a)plasma portein fraction b)fresh frozen plasma c)packed red blood cells d)albumin |
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When a pt is receiving blood products, the nurse monitors for signs of a possible transfusion reaction, such as which of the following? a) subnormal T and HTN b) apprehension, restlessness, fever, and chills d) headache, nausea, lethargy |
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| b) apprehension, restlessness, fever, chills |
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