A Patient Is Started on a Diuretic for Antihypertensive Therapy

question 3

Multiple Choice

A patient is started on a diuretic for antihypertensive therapy. The nurse expects that a drug in which class is likely to be used initially?

• A) Loop diuretics
• B) Osmotic diuretics
• C) Thiazide diuretics
• D) Potassium-sparing diuretics

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Definitions:

Siderails

Safety barriers attached to the sides of a bed, particularly hospital beds, to prevent patients from falling out.

Nursing Assistive Personnel

Support staff in the nursing field who assist with basic patient care under the supervision of registered nurses or licensed practical nurses.

Restraints

Devices or methods used to limit the movements of a patient for their own safety or the safety of others.

Applying and Removing

The procedures or techniques for putting on and taking off items or substances, often referring to medical dressings, bandages, or protective gear.