Mannitol, an osmotic diuretic exerts its actions by:
a. Stimulating the kidneys to remove sodium and water from the circulation reducing circulating volume
b. Drawing fluid from the intracellular space to the extracellular space
c. Decreasing circulating volume in the intravascular space
d. Promoting hemostasis of broken blood vessels
b
Rationale: a. This effect describes the effects of furosemide, a loop diuretic.
b. Correct.
c. Mannitol causes a transient increase in circulating volume by drawing fluid into the vascular (extracellular) space.
d. Mannitol does not promote hemostasis.
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