Individuals with which disorder(s) are particularly susceptible to the development of electrolyte disturbances during diuretic therapy? (Select all that apply.)

Question

a. History of cardiac disease
b. History of renal disease
c. History of hormonal disorders
d. History of psychiatric illness
e. Massive trauma
f. Serious burns
g. Overhydration

Answer 1

ANS: A, B, C, E, F
Patients with cardiac disease, renal disease, hormonal disorders, massive trauma, and serious burns are at risk for developing electrolyte imbalance during diuresis therapy. Psychiatric disorders do not have an effect on diuretic treatment. Although overhydration may cause an electrolyte disturbance, it is not related to diuretic treatment.