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ts19998

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Individuals with which disorder(s) are particularly susceptible to the development of electrolyte disturbances during diuretic therapy? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. History of cardiac disease
  b. History of renal disease
  c. History of hormonal disorders
  d. History of psychiatric illness
  e. Massive trauma
  f. Serious burns
  g. Overhydration

Question 2

The nurse transcribes a new order for ethacrynic acid (Edecrin) on a patient with edema resulting from cirrhosis of the liver. Which currently prescribed medication(s) should the nurse report to the ordering health care provider?
 
  (Select all that apply.)
  a. Digoxin
  b. Prednisone
  c. Tobramycin
  d. Lipitor
  e. Zofran



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, B, C, E, F
Patients with cardiac disease, renal disease, hormonal disorders, massive trauma, and serious burns are at risk for developing electrolyte imbalance during diuresis therapy. Psychiatric disorders do not have an effect on diuretic treatment. Although overhydration may cause an electrolyte disturbance, it is not related to diuretic treatment.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, C
Drug interactions with ethacrynic acid (Edecrin) include digoxin, corticosteroids (such as prednisone), and aminoglycosides (such as tobramycin). Lipitor (a statin drug) and Zofran (an antiemetic) are not of concern when administered with ethacrynic acid.



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