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Q: The moderately effective osmotic diuretic is
  • A. Furosemide
  • B. Mannitol
  • C. Bumetanide
  • D. Chlorthalidone
Correct Answer: Option B - The prototypical osmotic diuretic is mannitol. Mannitol lowers the intra cranial pressure through two effects in the brain. The first rheological effect reduces blood viscosity, promotes plasma expansion and cerebral oxygen delivery. Mannitol is a type of sugar alcohol used as a sweetener and medication.
B. The prototypical osmotic diuretic is mannitol. Mannitol lowers the intra cranial pressure through two effects in the brain. The first rheological effect reduces blood viscosity, promotes plasma expansion and cerebral oxygen delivery. Mannitol is a type of sugar alcohol used as a sweetener and medication.

Explanations:

The prototypical osmotic diuretic is mannitol. Mannitol lowers the intra cranial pressure through two effects in the brain. The first rheological effect reduces blood viscosity, promotes plasma expansion and cerebral oxygen delivery. Mannitol is a type of sugar alcohol used as a sweetener and medication.