6 Questions
Which of the following is a common side effect of diuretics?
Muscle cramps
What is the primary mechanism of action of diuretics?
Inhibition of sodium reabsorption
Which type of diuretic is commonly prescribed for hypertension?
Thiazide diuretics
Which diuretic is commonly used to treat edema associated with congestive heart failure?
Spironolactone
Which of the following diuretics is classified as a loop diuretic?
Furosemide
Which electrolyte imbalance is commonly associated with the use of thiazide diuretics?
Hypokalemia
Study Notes
Diuretics
- A common side effect of diuretics is hypokalemia (low potassium levels)
- The primary mechanism of action of diuretics is to increase urine production by inhibiting sodium reabsorption in the kidneys
- Thiazide diuretics are commonly prescribed for hypertension
- Loop diuretics are commonly used to treat edema associated with congestive heart failure
- Furosemide is classified as a loop diuretic
- Hypokalemia (low potassium levels) is a common electrolyte imbalance associated with the use of thiazide diuretics
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