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Nephrogenic Diabetes Insipidus
Nephrogenic Diabetes Insipidus ( 35 Questions)
A client with suspected Nephrogenic Diabetes Insipidus asks the nurse about potential complications. What is an important complication to monitor for in this client?
Incorrect. While hypertension can be a complication of certain kidney conditions, it is not a direct complication of Nephrogenic Diabetes Insipidus.
Incorrect. Hyperkalemia (elevated blood potassium levels) is not a typical complication of Nephrogenic Diabetes Insipidus.
Correct. Dehydration is a significant complication of Nephrogenic Diabetes Insipidus due to the excessive loss of water through urination.
Incorrect. Hyperglycemia (high blood sugar levels) is not a characteristic complication of Nephrogenic Diabetes Insipidus. This condition primarily affects water balance, not glucose metabolism.
A) Incorrect. While hypertension can be a complication of certain kidney conditions, it is not a direct complication of Nephrogenic Diabetes Insipidus.
B) Incorrect. Hyperkalemia (elevated blood potassium levels) is not a typical complication of Nephrogenic Diabetes Insipidus.
C) Correct. Dehydration is a significant complication of Nephrogenic Diabetes Insipidus due to the excessive loss of water through urination.
D) Incorrect. Hyperglycemia (high blood sugar levels) is not a characteristic complication of Nephrogenic Diabetes Insipidus. This condition primarily affects water balance, not glucose metabolism.