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Which electrolyte abnormality is commonly associated with thiazide and thiazide-like diuretics?
Which electrolyte abnormality is commonly associated with thiazide and thiazide-like diuretics?
- Hypocalcemia
- Hyperkalemia
- Hypomagnesemia (correct)
- Hypernatremia
What is a common adverse effect of thiazide diuretics related to uric acid levels?
What is a common adverse effect of thiazide diuretics related to uric acid levels?
- Hyperuricemia (correct)
- Hypoglycemia
- Normouricemia
- Hypouricemia
Which parameter should be monitored in patients taking thiazides after initiation and dose titration?
Which parameter should be monitored in patients taking thiazides after initiation and dose titration?
- Sodium, Potassium, Magnesium (correct)
- Blood Glucose
- Liver Enzymes
- White Blood Cell Count
According to ACC/AHA 2017 guidelines, which diuretic is preferred over HCTZ?
According to ACC/AHA 2017 guidelines, which diuretic is preferred over HCTZ?
Which diuretic class is indicated for hypertension management in patients with heart failure and chronic kidney disease?
Which diuretic class is indicated for hypertension management in patients with heart failure and chronic kidney disease?
Which adverse effect is specifically associated with loop diuretics?
Which adverse effect is specifically associated with loop diuretics?
What is the recommendation when a patient has an allergy to the sulfa moiety and requires a diuretic?
What is the recommendation when a patient has an allergy to the sulfa moiety and requires a diuretic?
What is the primary indication for alpha-1 blockers?
What is the primary indication for alpha-1 blockers?
What should be monitored in patients taking alpha-1 blockers?
What should be monitored in patients taking alpha-1 blockers?
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