Which of the following adverse effects may occur in the patient receiving a loop diuretic such as bumetanide (Bumex)?
a. Hypervolemia
b. Hyperkalemia
c. Hyponatremia
d. Hypoglycemia
ANS: C
Volume contraction and loss of electrolytes with loop diuretic therapy lead to hypovolemia, hypokalemia, hyponatremia, hyperuricemia, and hyperglycemia.
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