Agnes Bass is a 68-year-old woman who has lower-leg edema. She is being treated with furosemide 40 mg PO daily. a. Application of Understanding. 1. While caring for Ms. Bass, she tells you that she enjoys snacks like potato chips and pretzels. What response would you have? 2. Ms. Bass has spironolactone added to her treatment regimen to increase diuresis. Why was this added to her regimen instead of increasing her dose of furosemide?

Agnes Bass is a 68-year-old woman who has lower-leg edema. She is being treated with furosemide 40 mg PO daily. a. Application of Understanding. 1. While caring for Ms. Bass, she tells you that she enjoys snacks like potato chips and pretzels. What response would you have? 2. Ms. Bass has spironolactone added to her treatment regimen to increase diuresis. Why was this added to her regimen instead of increasing her dose of furosemide?

Essentials of Pharmacology for Health Professions

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