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Which of the following is a likely potential serious complication in patients diagnosed with SIADH?

A.

Acute severe weight loss

B.

Dilutional hyponatremia

C.

Excessive urine output

D.

Weak thready pulses

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is B

A.    This is not a typical complication of SIADH. In fact, patients with SIADH often retain fluid.
B.    SIADH leads to excessive water retention, which dilutes the sodium concentration in the blood, causing hyponatremia.
C.    This is opposite to what happens in SIADH. Patients with SIADH actually produce less urine.
D.    While this can be a sign of low blood pressure, it's not specifically related to SIADH.
 


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Correct Answer is ["B","D"]

Explanation

A. Excessive hunger is more commonly associated with hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), not hyperglycemia.
B. When blood sugar levels are high, the kidneys work overtime to filter out the excess glucose, leading to increased urination and dehydration. This causes increased thirst.
C. Sweaty skin is more often associated with hypoglycemia or other conditions like anxiety.
D. As mentioned above, the kidneys work harder to eliminate excess glucose, leading to increased urine production.

Correct Answer is ["B","C","D","E"]

Explanation

A. While hormonal changes during pregnancy can affect blood sugar levels, it typically leads to insulin resistance rather than an acute rise.

B. Illness can cause stress, leading to the release of stress hormones like cortisol, which can elevate blood sugar levels.
C. A severe infection can trigger a stress response, leading to hyperglycemia.
D. The body undergoes significant stress during surgery, causing an increase in blood sugar levels.
E. Corticosteroids, often referred to as steroids, have a potent effect on raising blood sugar levels.

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