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Which term is used to describe a solution with a higher concentration than plasma?
Which term is used to describe a solution with a higher concentration than plasma?
- Isotonic
- Hypotonic
- Hypertonic (correct)
- Normotonic
What is the primary treatment for low potassium levels?
What is the primary treatment for low potassium levels?
- Avoiding foods with potassium
- Sodium polystyrene sulfonate
- Dialysis
- Potassium chloride (correct)
Which part of the nephron is responsible for the reabsorption of sodium and chloride?
Which part of the nephron is responsible for the reabsorption of sodium and chloride?
- Proximal convoluted tubule
- Glomerulus
- Distal convoluted tubule (correct)
- Loop of Henle
What is the primary mechanism of action for diuretics?
What is the primary mechanism of action for diuretics?
Which diuretic is considered less potent and suitable for outpatient use?
Which diuretic is considered less potent and suitable for outpatient use?
What is the primary function of the kidneys?
What is the primary function of the kidneys?
What term is used to describe the complete absence of urine production?
What term is used to describe the complete absence of urine production?
What is the primary mechanism of action for potassium-sparing diuretics like spironolactone?
What is the primary mechanism of action for potassium-sparing diuretics like spironolactone?
Which of the following is NOT a therapeutic use of spironolactone?
Which of the following is NOT a therapeutic use of spironolactone?
Which adverse effect is associated with the use of spironolactone?
Which adverse effect is associated with the use of spironolactone?
What is the primary difference between the mechanism of action of spironolactone and mannitol?
What is the primary difference between the mechanism of action of spironolactone and mannitol?
Which drug interaction is a concern with the use of spironolactone?
Which drug interaction is a concern with the use of spironolactone?
What is the primary therapeutic use of mannitol?
What is the primary therapeutic use of mannitol?
Which of the following statements about triamterene is correct?
Which of the following statements about triamterene is correct?
Which precaution should be taken when prescribing spironolactone?
Which precaution should be taken when prescribing spironolactone?
What is the primary site of action for thiazide diuretics?
What is the primary site of action for thiazide diuretics?
Which electrolyte imbalance is commonly treated with oral and IV potassium chloride?
Which electrolyte imbalance is commonly treated with oral and IV potassium chloride?
What is the primary effect of diuretics that block sodium reabsorption in the nephron?
What is the primary effect of diuretics that block sodium reabsorption in the nephron?
Which term describes a solution with a lower concentration than plasma?
Which term describes a solution with a lower concentration than plasma?
Which electrolyte imbalance can be managed by avoiding potassium-rich foods and medications?
Which electrolyte imbalance can be managed by avoiding potassium-rich foods and medications?
What is the primary function of sodium polystyrene sulfonate in managing electrolyte imbalances?
What is the primary function of sodium polystyrene sulfonate in managing electrolyte imbalances?
In the nephron, what is the primary consequence of blocking sodium and chloride reabsorption in terms of urine production?
In the nephron, what is the primary consequence of blocking sodium and chloride reabsorption in terms of urine production?
What is the primary mechanism of action for the potassium-sparing diuretic spironolactone?
What is the primary mechanism of action for the potassium-sparing diuretic spironolactone?
What is the primary therapeutic use of the osmotic diuretic mannitol?
What is the primary therapeutic use of the osmotic diuretic mannitol?
Which drug interaction is a major concern with the use of spironolactone?
Which drug interaction is a major concern with the use of spironolactone?
Which precaution should be taken when prescribing spironolactone?
Which precaution should be taken when prescribing spironolactone?
What is the primary difference between the mechanism of action of spironolactone and mannitol?
What is the primary difference between the mechanism of action of spironolactone and mannitol?
Which adverse effect is commonly associated with the use of spironolactone?
Which adverse effect is commonly associated with the use of spironolactone?
What is the primary therapeutic use of the loop diuretic furosemide (Lasix)?
What is the primary therapeutic use of the loop diuretic furosemide (Lasix)?
How does the mechanism of action of triamterene differ from that of spironolactone?
How does the mechanism of action of triamterene differ from that of spironolactone?
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