Loop diuretics: furosemide (Lasix): Used for severe fluid overload, Report ringing in ears (ototoxicity) to provider, Causes aggressive diuresis , Most likely to cause orthostatic hypotension, Contraindicated with digoxin, Severe loss of potassium (hypokalemia), Potassium sparing: Spironolactone: Increases potassium levels, Avoid potassium supplements, Avoid salt substitutes, Can cause gynocomastia, impotence and mensural irregularities, Endocrine/hormonal side effects, Treats hypokalemia, Thiazide diuretics: Hydrochlorathiazide: Less aggressive diuretic, causes potassium and water loss, ALL diuretics: Decrease blood pressure, Patient has to monitor weight and BP EVERY DAY, Monitor potassium levels, Client should report sign of dehydration, low urine output, low blood pressure,,
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