Loop
The generic name for Lasix
Furosemide
The generic name for Aldactone?
Spironolactone
What does HCTZ stand for?
Hydrochlorothizaide
What is Potassium needed for in the body?
The beating of your heart
What med converts Ang1 --> Ang 2
What is an ACE Inhibitor
What type of electrolyte imbalance do we need to watch out for? What medical problem does it lead too?
What is Hypokalemia --> Dysrhythmias
What type of electrolyte imbalance do we need to watch out for?
What is Hyperkalemia
What is the action of HCTZ
Increases excretion of Na+ and water by inhibiting Na+ reabsorption in the distal tubule
What is KCl used to treat?
Hypokalemia
What VS should you always monitor in Cardiac Meds
What is BP and HR
When used in conjunction with cardio meds, it may cause _____?
Hypotension
5 common SE of Aldactone
Dizziness, HA, Arrhythmias, C/N/V, Skin Rash
What major electrolyte imbalance do we need to watch out for?
Hypokalemia
What are 5 serious SE of K+
Uneven heartbeat, Muscle weakness, Arrhythmias, Confusion, Numbness/tingling of hands, feet, or mouth
What are the 5 most common SE of Lasix?
What is dehydration, jaundice, N/V, Clay-colored stools?
What is the action of K+ Sparing Diuretics?
Antagonizes aldosterone in the distal tubes = increases Na+ and Water excretion
What are 5 common SE of HCTZ
Dizziness, Drowsiness, HypoTN, Stevens-Johnsons Syndrome,
When should you not give K+
Hyperkalemia
Taking K+ sparing
What is the action of Lasix?
K+ Wasting. Inhibits reabsorption of Na+ and Cl- from the Loop of Henle. Increases excretion of Na+, Water, Cl-
What is one of the main SE you must watch for, bc it can be life threatening?
Skin Rash
What is HCTZ used to treat?
Fluid retention (edema) in people with congestive heart failure, cirrhosis of the liver, or kidney disorders, or edema caused by taking steroids or estrogen.
This medication is also used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
What is the main thing to remember when giving KCl by IV?
Must be diluted