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A nurse is preparing an in-service about diuretics that can cause hypokalemia.
Which of the following medications should the nurse include for the in-service?

Digoxin.

Spironolactone.

Furosemide.

Captopril.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is C

Choice A rationale

Digoxin is a cardiac glycoside used for heart failure and arrhythmias, not a diuretic.

Choice B rationale

Spironolactone is a potassium-sparing diuretic, preventing hypokalemia.

Choice C rationale

Furosemide is a loop diuretic that can cause hypokalemia by increasing potassium excretion.

Choice D rationale

Captopril is an ACE inhibitor used for hypertension and heart failure, not a diuretic.

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Correct Answer is D

Explanation

Choice A rationale

Aspiration is not recommended for subcutaneous injections because it can increase tissue damage and pain. Enoxaparin should be administered without aspiration.

Choice B rationale

Prefilled syringes of enoxaparin contain an air bubble to ensure the entire dose is administered. Expelling the air bubble before injection is not recommended.

Choice C rationale

Enoxaparin should be administered in the abdomen, at least 2 inches away from the umbilicus, to ensure proper absorption and effectiveness.

Choice D rationale

Enoxaparin should be administered subcutaneously, and the needle should be inserted completely to ensure the medication is delivered into the subcutaneous tissue.

A. Hyperglycemia. B. Hypothyroidism. C. Hypoglycemia. D. Hyperthyroidism.

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

Choice A rationale

Hyperglycemia refers to high blood sugar levels, which is not treated with levothyroxine.

Choice B rationale

Hypothyroidism is a condition characterized by low levels of thyroid hormones. Levothyroxine is used to replace or supplement these hormones.

Choice C rationale

Hypoglycemia refers to low blood sugar levels, which is not treated with levothyroxine.

Choice D rationale

Hyperthyroidism is a condition characterized by high levels of thyroid hormones, which is not treated with levothyroxine.

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A nurse is preparing an in-service about diuretics that can cause hypokalemia.
Which of the following medications should the nurse include for the in-service?