A Client Receiving Hydrochlorothiazide (Microzide) Asks the Nurse Why They

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Multiple Choice

A client receiving hydrochlorothiazide (Microzide) asks the nurse why they are urinating so frequently. Which statement should the nurse provide the client?

• A) "Hydrochlorothiazide (Microzide) enhances kidney function causing you to urinate more and that decreases your blood pressure."
• B) "Hydrochlorothiazide (Microzide) decreases the fluid in your bloodstream and this lowers your blood pressure."
• C) "Hydrochlorothiazide (Microzide) dilates your blood vessels so you urinate more and your blood pressure decreases."
• D) "Hydrochlorothiazide (Microzide) increases your heart rate; this pumps blood faster to your kidneys so you urinate more and your blood pressure decreases."