Clayton's Basic Pharmacology for Nurses
(18th Edition) - Chapter 28 Interactive
Review Questions And Answers
A patient who is being treated for ascites resulting from liver
disease is admitted. Which medication does the nurse anticipate
will be ordered for this patient? -
correct answer ✅Spironolactone (Aldactone).
When planning the administration of ethacrynic acid (Edecrin),
which factor must the nurse consider? -
correct answer ✅During intravenous (IV) administration, narrowed
pulse pressure must be reported.
Which is an advantage of using ethacrynic acid (Edecrin) over
furosemide (Lasix) in patients with significant renal failure? -
correct answer ✅Ethacrynic acid inhibits the reabsorption of sodium
to a greater degree than furosemide.
Which suggestion by the nurse will help to decrease the effects of
dry mouth fora patient taking diuretics? -
correct answer ✅Suck on hard candy or ice chips.
