A 70-year-old with HFrEF has persistent oedema despite high-dose loop diuretic. Which short-term strategy is recommended to overcome diuretic resistan...

Question

A 70-year-old with HFrEF has persistent oedema despite high-dose loop diuretic. Which short-term strategy is recommended to overcome diuretic resistance?

Accepted Answer

Add hydrochlorothiazide or metolazone for sequential nephron blockade

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Stop all diuretics

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Add verapamil

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Start ACE inhibitor for diuresis

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Give IV fluids

us-abim MCQ (SBA): Diuretic resistance in HFrEF

A 70-year-old with HFrEF has persistent oedema despite high-dose loop diuretic. Which short-term strategy is recommended to overcome diuretic resistance?