Diuretics Quiz

What do Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitors result in the excretion of?

• Na, Cl, K

• Na, K, HCO3, H2O

• Na, H2O

• Na, Cl, H2O

Answer explanation

Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitors result in the excretion of Na, K, HCO3, and H2O, making the correct choice Na, K, HCO3, H2O.

Which diuretic is used for the treatment of glaucoma, increased intracranial pressure (ICP), and cerebral edema?

• Furosemide

• Spironolactone

• Mannitol

• Hydrochlorothiazide

Answer explanation

Mannitol is the diuretic used for the treatment of glaucoma, increased intracranial pressure (ICP), and cerebral edema.

Loop Diuretics are used for which of the following conditions?

• Glaucoma

• Edema, CHF, CRF, pulmonary edema, HTN

• Electrolyte imbalance

• Cerebral edema

Answer explanation

Loop Diuretics are used for conditions such as Edema, CHF, CRF, pulmonary edema, and HTN, making the choice 'Edema, CHF, CRF, pulmonary edema, HTN' the correct answer.

Which example is given for Potassium Sparing Diuretics?

• Mannitol

• Furosemide

• Spironolactone

• Sulfonamides

Answer explanation

The correct example for Potassium Sparing Diuretics is Spironolactone.

What is a common adverse reaction to diuretics?

• Increased appetite

• Dizziness, headache, weakness, fatigue

• Hypertension

• Weight gain

Answer explanation

The correct adverse reaction to diuretics includes dizziness, headache, weakness, and fatigue. This is a common side effect of diuretic medications.

Which of the following is a side effect of Potassium Sparing Diuretics?

• Hyperkalemia

• Hypokalemia

• Dehydration

• Hyponatremia

Thiazide diuretics are primarily used to treat which condition?

• Acute renal failure

• Heart failure

• Hypertension

• Diabetes insipidus

What is the mechanism of action of Loop Diuretics?

• Inhibition of carbonic anhydrase

• Inhibition of sodium-potassium-chloride symporter in the thick ascending limb of the loop of Henle

• Blocking of aldosterone receptors

• Inhibition of sodium reabsorption in the distal convoluted tubule

Which of the following diuretics is most likely to cause ototoxicity when administered in high doses?

• Furosemide

• Spironolactone

• Hydrochlorothiazide

• Mannitol

What is the primary site of action for Thiazide diuretics?

• Proximal convoluted tubule

• Distal convoluted tubule

• Loop of Henle

• Collecting duct