Diuretics in Heart Failure Treatment
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What is a potential benefit of using diuretics in nephrotic syndrome treatment?

  • Relieving fluid overload and edema (correct)
  • Reducing the risk of kidney failure
  • Curing the underlying kidney disorder
  • Improving kidney function

What is the primary goal of using diuretics in nephrotic syndrome treatment?

  • To manage fluid retention (correct)
  • To lower blood pressure
  • To treat underlying kidney damage
  • To reduce proteinuria

What is the role of diuretics in nephrotic syndrome management?

  • To reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease
  • To treat the underlying kidney disorder
  • To manage symptoms and improve quality of life (correct)
  • To increase kidney function

What is an important consideration when using diuretics in nephrotic syndrome treatment?

<p>The potential risks and side effects (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can be a valuable resource for patients with nephrotic syndrome seeking information on diuretic therapy?

<p>Specialized websites on nephrotic syndrome (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the standard first line treatment for nephrotic syndrome?

<p>Loop diuretics (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do potassium sparing diuretics work?

<p>By blocking aldosterone induced stimulation of protein synthesis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main contributor to oedema in patients with nephrotic syndrome?

<p>Excessive sodium and urinary loss of albumin (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How long does it take for potassium sparing diuretics to take effect?

<p>3-4 days (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended dose of prednisolone for the initial episode of nephrotic syndrome?

<p>2 mg/kg per day (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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