Potassium supplements should not be used when a client is receiving:
a. hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ). c. triamterene.
b. furosemide. d. bumetanide.
ANS: C
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A Incorrect: HCTZ causes hypokalemia.
B Incorrect: Furosemide causes hypokalemia.
C Correct: Triamterene is a potassium-sparing diuretic that can cause hyperkalemia, so the client should not take potassium supplements while receiving this drug.
D Incorrect: Bumetanide can cause hypokalemia.
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