URINARY SYSTEM AND MALE FEMALE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEMS
URINARY SYSTEM
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Question
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A diuretic is which of the following?
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a substance that causes water retention
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a substance that causes increased urine production
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a drug that may be administered in order to prevent water excretion in the urine
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a drug that may be administered in order to reduce water loss through sweating
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -A diuretic (/ˌdaɪjʊˈrɛtɪk/) is any substance that promotes diuresis, the increased production of urine. This includes forced diuresis.
Detailed explanation-2: -A diuretic is a substance that removes water from the body by promoting urine formation and the loss of salt (sodium). Caffeine and alcohol are common diuretics. Diuretic medicines include furosemide, hydrochlorothiazide, and spironolactone.
Detailed explanation-3: -Types of diuretics include: Thiazide diuretics, such as hydrochlorothiazide (Microzide® or Oretic®) or chlorthalidone (Hygroton® or Thalitone®). What they do: They make your kidneys pull salt and extra water into your pee. Selected side effects: Headache.
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