Spironolactone (Aldactone)is Prescribed for a Client Diagnosed with Hypertension

question 13

Multiple Choice

Spironolactone (Aldactone) is prescribed for a client diagnosed with hypertension.The nurse recognizes which information as providing the most support for the use of this drug?

• A)Diagnosis of hepatic failure
• B)Insufficient therapeutic response to hydrochlorothiazide
• C)Insufficient therapeutic response to furosemide (Lasix)
• D)Diagnosis of renal failure

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