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jjjetplane

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A client is ordered to receive triamterene (Dyrenium) to decrease her blood pressure. The nurse is evaluating the effectiveness of the medication in returning the blood chemistries to normal.
 
  A positive response to the medication is indicated by a(n) _____ K level and a(n) _____ Na level.
  a. increased; decreased
  b. increased; increased
  c. decreased; decreased
  d. decreased; increased

Question 2

A nurse is teaching a client about lifestyle changes when taking a potassium-sparing diuretic. Which statement indicates a need for more teaching?
 
  a. I need to have my blood drawn frequently.
  b. I need to call the clinic if I am urinating less than every 2 hours.
  c. I need to be careful when out in the sun.
  d. I need to eat foods like bananas frequently.


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

ANS: A
The medication is expected to produce an increase in the potassium level and a decrease in the sodium level.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Eating high-potassium foods with potassium-sparing diuretics can lead to hyperkalemia.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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