Diuretics Quiz

Which of the following is a loop diuretic?

• Furosemide

• Spironolactone

• Mannitol

• Hydrochlorothiazide

What is the primary mechanism of action of potassium-sparing diuretics?

• Increase excretion of Na+, Cl-, and water

• Block the reabsorption of water and sodium

• Inhibit tubular reabsorption of water and solutes

• Decrease excretion of lithium

Which side effect is most commonly associated with loop diuretics?

• Hyperkalemia

• Electrolyte imbalance

• Pulmonary congestion

• Thrombophlebitis

A patient with hyperkalemia and renal impairment should avoid which type of diuretic?

• Loop diuretics

• Thiazide diuretics

• Potassium-sparing diuretics

• Osmotic diuretics

Which diuretic is used to reduce intracranial or intraocular pressure?

• Thiazide diuretics

• Loop diuretics

• Osmotic diuretics

• Potassium-sparing diuretics

Hydrochlorothiazide belongs to which class of diuretics?

• Loop diuretics

• Potassium-sparing diuretics

• Osmotic diuretics

• Thiazide and thiazide-like diuretics

A patient with chronic renal failure, dehydration, or severe pulmonary edema should not take which type of diuretic?

• Loop diuretics

• Osmotic diuretics

• Thiazide diuretics

• Potassium-sparing diuretics

Which of the following is a potential side effect of thiazide and thiazide-like diuretics?

• Hyperkalemia

• Pulmonary congestion

• GI upset

• Drowsiness

Why should patients taking loop diuretics have their weight and blood pressure monitored?

• To check for hyperkalemia

• To monitor for signs of dehydration and hypotension

• To prevent seizures

• To avoid lithium toxicity

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NGSS.HS-LS1-3

Which diuretic is specifically mentioned as being used to treat edema, ascites, HF, HTN, and primary hyperaldosteronism?

• Mannitol

• Spironolactone

• Furosemide

• Hydrochlorothiazide