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A diuretic is which of the following?
A
a substance that causes water retention
B
a substance that causes increased urine production
C
a drug that may be administered in order to prevent water excretion in the urine
D
a drug that may be administered in order to reduce water loss through sweating
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Diuretics or “water pills” are medicines that stimulate urine production (cause you to pee). They work by releasing extra sodium (salt) and water from your kidneys. They are often used to treat high blood pressure because the release of fluid in the body can also relieve the amount of pressure in your blood vessels.

Detailed explanation-2: -A type of drug that causes the kidneys to make more urine. Diuretics help the body get rid of extra fluid and salt. They are used to treat high blood pressure, edema (extra fluid in the tissues), and other conditions.

Detailed explanation-3: -A diuretic (/ˌdaɪjʊˈrɛtɪk/) is any substance that promotes diuresis, the increased production of urine. This includes forced diuresis. A diuretic tablet is sometimes colloquially called a water tablet.

Detailed explanation-4: -Loop Diuretics. Loop diuretics have their effects in the ascending limb of the loop of Henle. Thiazides and Thiazide-Like Diuretics. Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitors. Potassium-Sparing Diuretics. Osmotic Diuretics. Nursing Considerations. 04-Oct-2021

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