Which of the following may be prescribed for a patient with edema to make the kidneys excrete more urine?

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Diuretics are medications that increase urine output by promoting excretion of water and electrolytes from the kidneys. This can help reduce edema by decreasing the fluid volume in the body. IV fluids may worsen edema by adding more fluid to the body. Benadryl is an antihistamine used for allergies and does not affect urine output. Sodium bicarbonate is used to treat acidosis and does not increase urine output.

Which of the Following May Be Prescribed for a Patient