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What should the patient be cautioned about when taking medication for hypertension?
What should the patient be cautioned about when taking medication for hypertension?
- Exercising during hot weather (correct)
- Making position changes quickly
- Taking medication with food
- Eating salty foods
Why is it important for the patient to monitor their weight weekly?
Why is it important for the patient to monitor their weight weekly?
- To monitor for signs of edema (correct)
- To monitor for signs of hypovolemic shock
- To monitor blood pressure
- To monitor urine output
What is a potential side effect of medication that the patient should be aware of?
What is a potential side effect of medication that the patient should be aware of?
- Increased urine output
- Decreased blood pressure
- Photosensitivity
- Muscle weakness (correct)
Why is it important for the patient to use sunscreen and protective clothing?
Why is it important for the patient to use sunscreen and protective clothing?
What is one of the desired outcomes of medication administration for hypertension?
What is one of the desired outcomes of medication administration for hypertension?
What is the primary concern when administering mannitol to reduce intracranial pressure?
What is the primary concern when administering mannitol to reduce intracranial pressure?
Which of the following is a key aspect of renal failure prevention when using diuretics?
Which of the following is a key aspect of renal failure prevention when using diuretics?
What should the nurse monitor for in patients receiving osmotic diuretics to decrease intraocular pressure?
What should the nurse monitor for in patients receiving osmotic diuretics to decrease intraocular pressure?
Which of the following is a crucial aspect of hypovolemic shock treatment when using diuretics?
Which of the following is a crucial aspect of hypovolemic shock treatment when using diuretics?
What should the nurse teach the patient about taking diuretics to prevent nocturia?
What should the nurse teach the patient about taking diuretics to prevent nocturia?
What is the primary mechanism by which osmotic agents, such as mannitol, produce rapid diuresis?
What is the primary mechanism by which osmotic agents, such as mannitol, produce rapid diuresis?
In which clinical scenario is mannitol particularly effective in preventing acute renal failure?
In which clinical scenario is mannitol particularly effective in preventing acute renal failure?
What is a significant nursing implication when administering mannitol?
What is a significant nursing implication when administering mannitol?
What is a common clinical use of hyperosmolar agents, such as mannitol, in addition to preventing acute renal failure?
What is a common clinical use of hyperosmolar agents, such as mannitol, in addition to preventing acute renal failure?
What is a potential contraindication for the use of potassium-sparing diuretics?
What is a potential contraindication for the use of potassium-sparing diuretics?
What is the primary indication for administering Mannitol?
What is the primary indication for administering Mannitol?
In patients with renal failure, which type of diuretic is most effective in preventing further damage?
In patients with renal failure, which type of diuretic is most effective in preventing further damage?
Which type of diuretic is commonly used to reduce intraocular pressure?
Which type of diuretic is commonly used to reduce intraocular pressure?
What is the primary goal of administering osmotic diuretics in patients with increased intracranial pressure?
What is the primary goal of administering osmotic diuretics in patients with increased intracranial pressure?
In patients with hypovolemic shock, which type of diuretic is contraindicated?
In patients with hypovolemic shock, which type of diuretic is contraindicated?
