Hyperkalemia and Fluid Flow Rate Quiz
18 Questions
1 Views

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

Which of the following is a contraindication for using Furosemide (Lasix)?

  • Liver disease
  • Hyperkalemia
  • Renal disease (correct)
  • Hypoglycemia
  • What is the class of Furosemide (Lasix)?

  • Thiazide diuretic
  • Potassium-sparing diuretic
  • Osmotic diuretic
  • Loop diuretic (correct)
  • What is the onset of action for Furosemide (Lasix) when administered intravenously?

  • ~30 minutes
  • ~5 minutes
  • ~15 minutes (correct)
  • ~1 hour
  • How long does the effect of Furosemide (Lasix) last when administered intravenously?

    <p>6 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a step in the treatment of hyperkalemia?

    <p>Albuterol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Insulin & Glucose do in the treatment of hyperkalemia?

    <p>Hides glucose intracellularly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication rapidly hides potassium inside the cell in the treatment of hyperkalemia?

    <p>Albuterol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication actually removes potassium from the body in the treatment of hyperkalemia?

    <p>Furosemide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relative contraindication for using Furosemide (Lasix) in patients with liver/renal disease?

    <p>Lower dose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which formula defines the rate a fluid can flow through a tube?

    <p>(Change in Pressure) x Radius4 Length of the Catheter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for hyperkalemia?

    <p>Severe infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the toxic effects of hyperkalemia on the heart?

    <p>Destabilizes cardiac myocytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a step in hyperkalemia treatment?

    <p>Albuterol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of Calcium Gluconate in hyperkalemia treatment?

    <p>To stabilize cardiac myocyte cell membranes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which electrolyte serves as a buffer and can counteract acidosis?

    <p>Sodium Bicarbonate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the class of hormone that binds to insulin receptor on cell membranes and facilitates glucose transport into cells?

    <p>Insulin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which route of administration can cause significant tissue necrosis if Calcium Gluconate is given?

    <p>IV</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication is historically given in cardiac arrest but its use is changing somewhat?

    <p>Sodium Bicarbonate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    More Like This

    Furosemide Nursing Process Flashcards
    9 questions

    Furosemide Nursing Process Flashcards

    SustainableAntigorite1088 avatar
    SustainableAntigorite1088
    Lasix (Furosemide) Flashcards
    9 questions
    Lasix (Furosemide) Flashcards
    11 questions
    Furosemide Overview
    40 questions

    Furosemide Overview

    EyeCatchingIndianapolis avatar
    EyeCatchingIndianapolis
    Use Quizgecko on...
    Browser
    Browser