Spironolactone

by Cathy Parkes December 22, 2022

Because spironolactone is a potassium-sparing diuretic, monitor the patient for signs of hyperkalemia.

Educate patients to avoid salt substitutes, as most of these contain potassium.

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Lordosis (excessive curvature of the lumbar spine) is a common finding in pregnancy and in toddlers.

Lordosis, Kyphosis, and Scoliosis

by Cathy Parkes January 23, 2023

Lordosis (excessive curvature of the lumbar spine) is a common finding in pregnancy and in toddlers. Kyphosis (excessive curvature of the thoracic spine) is a common finding in the older adults. Scoliosis (lateral curvature of the spine) is always abnormal.

Tension Pneumothorax

by Cathy Parkes January 19, 2023

A patient with a tension pneumothorax is likely to have tracheal deviation towards the unaffected side. Assess respiratory status in any patient with this finding!