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james

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Thiazide diuretics are contraindicated if the client has:
 
  a. emphysema.
  b. arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease.
  c. renal failure.
  d. viral infection.

Question 2

Client teaching for a client taking a thiazide diuretic includes which instruction?
 
  a. Instruct the client to add salt liberally to his food.
  b. Instruct the client to decrease intake of potassium-rich foods.
  c. Instruct the client to check pulse rate if digoxin is taken with hydrochlorothiazide .
  d. Advise the client to rise slowly from a sitting to a standing position.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Renal failure decreases the excretion of the drug, leading to accumulation and electrolyte imbalance.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Diuretics can lead to orthostatic hypotension. The client should limit Na intake and ingest K-containing foods.





 

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