Leik - FNP review questions with correct answers

Labs to order if Digoxin overload suspected CORRECT ANSWER electrolytes, creatinine, and serial EKG's First line for atrial fibrillation CORRECT ANSWER Coumadin. INR of 5 to 8 without bleeding CORRECT ANSWER hold for 1 to 2 doses, then recheck every 2 to 3 days until normal. Those taking thiazides may also find relief with CORRECT ANSWER osteoporosis. it stimulates formation of osteoclasts. Those taking thiazides can have which adverse effects CORRECT ANSWER hyperglycemia, hypokalemia, increased lipids, increased uric acid. Thiazides may worsen what conditions CORRECT ANSWER diabetes, gout, HPL, and electrolyte imbalances If a patient is allergic to sulfa what diuretic should they avoid CORRECT ANSWER thiazides. instead, use triamterene or amiloride Chlorhtalidone is longer acting and more potent than HCTZ. true or false? CORRECT ANSWER true who are loop diuretics prescribed to CORRECT ANSWER edema from heart failure, cirrhosis, renal disease, hypertension. black box warning for loop diuretics C