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Why is diuretics described as a treatment for high blood pressure?
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What medication stimulate the kidneys?
The medications that do that are called diuretics. They are usually prescribed as a treatment for high blood pressure. WHen the body gets rid of water, the pressure inside the body drops, and that helps in those cases.
Are diuretics good or bad?
They are not inherently either. They can be good if they are used properly. For example, because diuretics increase urine output and decrease blood volume, if someone with high blood pressure takes some prescribed diuretics they can decrease their blood volume and thus their blood pressure. This can be very beneficial. However, if someone already has a blood pressure that is too low, possibly after they have been bleeding out, then taking diuretics would further decrease their BP and this could result in insufficient blood flow to the brain resulting in syncope, brain damage, or death
Why do you think diurectis are often prescribed as a treatment for high blood pressure?
Water creates pressure when it is present in the body. Lowering the amount of water in the blood through diuretics lowers blood pressure. Think of a garden hose with water running through it. If you shut off the end where the spout is, the pressure will increase in the hose, if you open it an let the water run out, the pressure inside the hose will drop. The same principle works in your body. If you have less water in it, by urinating more, your blood pressure would drop.
What is the nursing responsibilities of diuretics?
we should check the urine output, blood pressure hourly check for electrolyte imbnalance
What are ways to lower blood pressure?
They are many ways to lower blood pressure. One way is medication prescribed by your doctor, other ways are diuretics, exercise and weight loss. Buying a blood pressure cuff would be a great way to measure your pressure regularly.
Is a diuretic a blood thinner?
A diuretic is any drug that increases the flow of urine. However, diuretics can be prescribed to those with high blood pressure because they do thin the blood.
How do thiazide diuretics work?
drugs in this class appear to lower blood pressure through several mechanisms. By promoting sodium loss they lower blood volume.
Can blood pressure medication cause frequent urination?
Blood pressure medicines are also often diuretics. So yes, they can cause frequent urination. If this is becoming a problem for you, ask your doctor to adjust the dose if possible.
High blood pressure is best described as?
cardiovascular disease
What is the treatment based on the theory of pressure on blood vessels?
Osteopathy
What are antihypertensives used for?
They are used for treatment of high blood pressure
How are diuretics grouped?
Diuretics are grouped into three main categories: thiazide diuretics, loop diuretics, and potassium-sparing diuretics. Each category works by different mechanisms to increase urine output and reduce fluid retention in the body. Thiazide diuretics are commonly used for treating high blood pressure, while loop diuretics are often used for reducing excess fluid in conditions like heart failure or kidney disease. Potassium-sparing diuretics help maintain potassium levels while promoting diuresis.
