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What is the mechanism of action of thiazide diuretics?
What is the mechanism of action of thiazide diuretics?
- Inhibition of carbonic anhydrase in the proximal convoluted tubule
- Inhibition of aldosterone receptors in the distal nephron
- Inhibition of the Na/Cl transporter in the distal convoluted tubule (correct)
- Inhibition of the Na/K/2Cl transporter in the ascending limb of Henle’s loop
Which of the following is NOT an adverse effect associated with loop diuretics?
Which of the following is NOT an adverse effect associated with loop diuretics?
- Ototoxicity
- Hyperuricemia
- Hypocalcemia
- Hypercalcemia (correct)
What is a common indication for thiazide diuretics?
What is a common indication for thiazide diuretics?
- Anion overdose
- Nephrogenic diabetes insipidus (correct)
- Peripheral edema
- Acute hypercalcemia
Which of the following is NOT a pharmacological effect of thiazide diuretics?
Which of the following is NOT a pharmacological effect of thiazide diuretics?
Which condition is NOT listed as an indication for loop diuretics?
Which condition is NOT listed as an indication for loop diuretics?
Which thiazide diuretic can be administered parenterally?
Which thiazide diuretic can be administered parenterally?
Which of the following best describes the role of a diuretic in nephrotic syndrome?
Which of the following best describes the role of a diuretic in nephrotic syndrome?
In which scenario would diuretics NOT be recommended for a patient with nephrotic syndrome?
In which scenario would diuretics NOT be recommended for a patient with nephrotic syndrome?
What effect can diuretic use have on patients with reduced plasma volume?
What effect can diuretic use have on patients with reduced plasma volume?
Why might diuretics not be beneficial for all cases of nephrotic syndrome?
Why might diuretics not be beneficial for all cases of nephrotic syndrome?
What is the primary function of a natriuretic agent?
What is the primary function of a natriuretic agent?
