D027 Study Guide With Complete Solutions

Potassium-sparing diuretics {Ans: Spironolactone (Aldactone); distal nephron, holds K, excretes sodium, takes 48 hours to work}Stage 5 CKD {Ans: Kidney failure GFR <15 or dialysis, replacement if uremia present}Echocardiogram {Ans: Diagnostic tool, evaluates heart structure and function}Back pain treatment {Ans: first 4-6 weeks no imaging needed unless neurologic involved; give NSAIDS and rest, is the #1/2 reason for visits to PCP}Innate immunity {Ans: inflammation; increased vascular permeability}CHF {Ans: heart cannot keep up with metabolic needs; volume overload in pulmonary area}