A nurse is caring for a client Who has diabetes insipidus and is receiving vasopressin. The nurse should identify Which of the following findings as an indication that the medication is effective?
A decrease in blood pressure
A decrease in urine output
A decrease in specific gravity
A decrease in blood sugar
The Correct Answer is B
Vasopressin (ADH) is used to treat diabetes insipidus by increasing water reabsorption in the kidneys, thereby decreasing urine output. Therefore, a decrease in urine output would indicate that the medication is effective in managing the condition. Options
A- Water retention increases blood pressure and not vice versa
C- Water retention leads to increased specific gravity of urine
D- Vasopressin has no effect on blood glucose
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Correct Answer is D
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