MACE Medication Aide

Category - MACE

If a patient is on a potassium sparing diuretic, which of the following lab values should be monitored?
  1. Electrolytes
  2. Serum glucose
  3. Blood pressure
  4. Both blood pressure and serum electrolytes should be monitored.
Explanation
Answer: D - A K+ sparing diuretic is often the first line to treat mild to moderate hypertension by inhibiting reabsorption of electrolytes in proximal and distal tubules and in the loop of Henle. Glucose is not normally affected. Blood pressure and electrolytes should be monitored to determine the effectiveness and safety of any diuretics.
Was this helpful? Upvote!
Login to contribute your own answer or details

Top questions

Related questions

Most popular on PracticeQuiz