Why Would a Thiazide Diuretic and a K⁺-Sparing Diuretic Be

question 10

Multiple Choice

Why would a thiazide diuretic and a K⁺-sparing diuretic be administered together?

• A)This combination prevents hypokalemia.
• B)This combination prevents dehydration.
• C)These drugs are effective at increasing glomerular filtration rate when given together.
• D)Moderate doses of two diuretics are more effective than a large dose of one.

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