Diuretics that work by reducing H+ secretion and the reabsorption of HCO3- ions are classified as ________.

A. carbonic anhydrase inhibitors
B. xanthines
C. osmotic diuretics
D. thiazide diuretics
E. potassium-sparing diuretics


Answer: A

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