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Alainaaa8

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on: Jul 23, 2018
Which of the following disorders would lead the health care provider to question an order for spironolactone (Aldactone)?
 
  a. Primary aldosteronism
  b. Edema due to cirrhosis
  c. Anuria due to renal failure
  d. Nephrotic syndrome

Question 2

A patient is receiving both digoxin (Lanoxin) and furosemide (Lasix). What adverse effect should the health care provider assess the patient for because of the possibility of drug interac-tion?
 
  a. Heart failure
  b. Arrhythmias
  c. Hypervolemia
  d. Hypovolemia


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sylvia

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

ANS: C
Potassium-sparing diuretics such as spironolactone are contraindicated for use in patients with anuria or renal impairment.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Loop diuretics used in conjunction with digoxin can lead to electrolyte disturbances that predis-pose the patient to hypokalemia-induced arrhythmias.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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