Question 7 (part 2) · LEK · Treatment
Which diuretic should be used first in the treatment of hypertension in a patient with GFR <30 ml/min/1,73 m2:
- A. indapamide.
- B. hydrochlorothiazide.
- C. spironolactone.
- D. furosemide.
- E. eplerenone.
Hint
Think about which diuretic class keeps its natriuretic effect when glomerular filtration is severely reduced.
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