A patient has edema of the lower extremities and abdomen. What is the reason for administering a stronger diuretic than a thiazide diuretic to this patient?
A) A thiazide diuretic will reabsorb potassium in the distal tubule.
B) A thiazide diuretic will be ineffective for immediate diuresis.
C) A thiazide diuretic will provide peak effects in 2 hours.
D) A thiazide diuretic will be excreted in more than 72 hours.
B
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Thiazide diuretics are ineffective when immediate diuresis is required. A thiazide diuretic acts to reabsorb sodium, not potassium, in the distal convoluted tubule. A thiazide diuretic reaches its peak in 4 to 6 hours. A thiazide diuretic is excreted in 72 hours maximum.
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