Explain the Mechanism of Action of the Preferred Diuretics Used

question 18

Multiple Choice

Explain the mechanism of action of the preferred diuretics used in the treatment of hypertension.

• A) The thiazide and thiazide-like diuretics cause an increase in the excretion of sodium and water, which reduces blood volume and cardiac output.
• B) The loop diuretics cause an increase in the excretion of sodium and water, which reduces blood volume and cardiac output.
• C) The aldosterone antagonists cause an increase in the excretion of sodium and water, which reduces blood volume and cardiac output.
• D) None of these are correct.

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