A patient with congestive heart failure reports experiencing increased urination when taking the prescribed medication.The nurse explains that which of the following is true?
A) The patient is probably taking a diuretic.
B) The patient is probably taking an anticholinergic.
C) The patient is probably taking an antispasmodic.
D) The patient probably has a UTI.

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Diuretics increase urinary output by preventing resorption of water and certain electrolytes.Some drugs change the color of urine (e.g.,phenazopyridine,orange; riboflavin,intense yellow).Anticholinergics (e.g.,atropine,overactive bladder [OAB] agents)may increase the risk for urinary retention by inhibiting bladder contractility.Hypnotics and sedatives (e.g.,analgesics,antianxiety agents)may reduce the ability to recognize and act on the urge to void.

A Patient with Congestive Heart Failure Reports Experiencing Increased Urination