A nursing student is preparing medication cards on diuretics for a clinical experience on a medical floor. The student has been assigned to two patients: a young adult and an older adult. The student has to do teaching with a client on furosemide (Lasix). The faculty member has requested that the student nurse do a 5-minute preconference presentation on the various types of diuretics.

What are the key therapeutic actions, indications, and most common adverse effects of diuretics?
What are the key therapeutic actions and indications for the five types of diuretics?
What are the most important teaching points for a patient receiving furosemide (Lasix)?
What is the use of diuretic agents across the lifespan?