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cdr_15

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The treatment of hypertension in patients is accomplished at many sites in the body. The nurse administers diuretics to help achieve the goal of reducing the blood pressure through which means? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Water is lost with fluid intake directly.
  b. Indirect production of sodium and water loss
  c. Lowering peripheral resistance
  d. Reduction of arterial tone
  e. Reduction of arterial rigidity

Question 2

The nurse is caring for an older adult patient with fever, dehydration, and diarrhea. Which does the nurse anticipate will be used in treating this patient? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Lipoprotein
  b. Caffeine
  c. Carbohydrates
  d. Minerals
  e. Electrolytes


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yuyiding

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B, D, E
Diuretics indirectly reduce blood pressure by producing sodium and water loss and lowering the tone or rigidity of the arteries.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D, E
Fluid/electrolyte mixtures and minerals are used in solutions to treat dehydration, electrolyte loss, and especially diarrhea.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Excellent

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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