The client with hypokalemia requires a diuretic for another health problem. Which agent should the nurse be prepared to administer?
A. Furosemide (Lasix)
B. Bumetanide (Bumex)
C. Chlorothiazide (Diuril)
D. Spironolactone (Aldactone)
D
Acetazolamide, bumetanide, and chlorothiazide all promote the excretion of potassium to some degree, making any existing hypokalemia worse. Spironolactone promotes fluid loss while reab-sorbing potassium and thus is a "potassium-sparing" diuretic.
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