NUR 2407 / NUR2407: Pharmacology Study Guide 3 | Complete Guide Questions and Answers Latest 2023
NUR 2407 / NUR2407: Pharmacology Study Guide 3 | Complete Guide Questions and Answers Latest 2023. How to monitor and interpret labs for potassium wasting diuretics. Normal potassium ranges. Nursing interventions, potassium rich foods *THIAZIDE DIURETIC promotes sodium, chloride, and water excretion (diuresis) Treats: HTN and peripheral edema does not treat immediate emergency diuresis First drug of choice for peripheral edema spares calcium= hypercalcemia affect glucose tolerance = hyperglycemia Only use in patients with NORMAL RENAL FUNCTION *LOOP DIURETICS act on loop on henle inhibit chloride transport of sodium into circulation sodium and water are lost along with potassium, calcium, and magnesium >>very potent<< can affect blood glucose and uric acid levels only prescribe if HCTZ treatment fails *FUROSEMIDE (LASIX) used to treat edema not used for hypertension Take potassium supplement with therapy
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