Question

A client is unconscious and experiencing increasing intracranial pressure. What type of diuretic will the client most likely be prescribed?

Answer 1

Answer:

osmotic diuretic

Explanation:

Osmotic diuretic -

It refers to the type of diuretic , which resists the absorption of the sodium and water , is referred to as osmotic diuretic .

In simple terms , it refers to the condition of increased urination , where additional water comes out along with urine .

The reason for Osmotic diuresis can be -

Higher level of sugars in blood .

As the client is facing the issue of increased intracranial pressure , where the amount of fluid around the brain is reduced  which is a fatal condition , so in order to avoid this condition , Osmotic diuretic is given , so that the excess fluid can comes out with urine .

Hence , the correct term is osmotic diuretic .