Question

An LPN is collecting data on a newly admitted client who has been diagnosed with diabetes insipidus. which data should the nurse expect to collect? select all that apply. Extreme polyuria, Excessive thirst, Elevated systolic blood pressure, Low urine specific gravity, Bradycardia, and Elevated serum potassium, and why?

Answer 1

Answer: Excessive thirst, low urine specific gravity, elevated serum potassium.

( In the case of diabetes insipidus, there is imbalance in the electrolyte such as sodium and potassium. In this disorder the kidney passes dilute solute where there is excessive loss of urine. This causes dehydration.)