HillcrestLPNPharmacology

Diuretics: Lower doses of thiazide diuretics (eg, hydrochlorothiazide or chlorthalidone 12.5 to 25 mg) can effectively control hypertension, with less risk of hypokalemia and hyperglycemia than higher doses (see also Ch. 199). Thus, potassium supplements may be required less often. Doses > 25 mg/day have been associated with increased mortality

Chapter 9 ATI
Functions of diuretics
Uses of Diuretics

Classes
Thiazide
loop
K sparing
CAI
Osmotic

Drugs
Lasix
Aldactone
Diuril
Mannitol

Know
Uses
Adverse Effects
Precautions
Interventions
Education

Critical Interactions
Lanoxin Lasix
Cardizem Lasix

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How can diuretic therapy be evaluated?

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Comadin?
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