Match each diuretic category with its use listed below.

a.  Prophylaxis of calculus formation in those with hypercalciuria
b.  Reduce intracranial or intraocular pressure (most common in emergency settings)
c.  Pulmonary edema
d.  Patients with cirrhosis

1. Thiazides
2. Loop diuretics
3. Potassium-sparing diuretics
4. Osmotic agents


1. a.  Prophylaxis of calculus formation in those with hypercalciuria
2. c.  Pulmonary edema
3. d.  Patients with cirrhosis
4. b.  Reduce intracranial or intraocular pressure (most common in emergency settings)

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