Anatomy, Physiology, and Disease 3rd Edition by Karen Lee,Jeff Ankney,Bruce Colbert

Exercise 12

Juanita has always been overly concerned about her weight, even though she is considered physically attractive and fit by her peers. However, the prom is approaching, and she has resorted to the dangerous practice of using diuretics to "slim down" to fit in her gown. During gym class she suddenly became light-headed, had heart palpitations, and was taken to the hospital. Her blood studies showed an electrolyte imbalance. Research diuretics and their connection to this case.
Do diuretics truly make you lose weight, and how would you counsel Juanita on the dangers of her actions
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