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Why is there an edema when you have cardiomyopathy? i was given a diuretics. now why do you think is it that i was given a potassium chloride?
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Poor heart function: if the heart is weak, then it does not pump forward well, and fluid backs up in places - ankles/feet; lungs; belly. diuretics help drive excess fluid and salt out of the system. often diurectics also drive potassium out in the urine - hence extra potassium is needed to be taken in.
Answered 5/28/2014
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