A nurse is assessing a client diagnosed with diabetes insipidus. The nurse should expect which of the following assessment findings?
Bradycardia
Bounding peripheral pulses
Urine specific gravity 1.002
Normal urine output
The Correct Answer is C
A. Bradycardia is not a common finding in diabetes insipidus; rather, patients may experience tachycardia due to volume depletion.
B. Bounding peripheral pulses may occur in conditions with fluid overload, which is not typical in diabetes insipidus where there is a lack of fluid retention.
C. Urine specific gravity of 1.002 indicates dilute urine, which is consistent with diabetes insipidus, where the body fails to concentrate urine due to insufficient antidiuretic hormone (ADH).
D. Clients with diabetes insipidus typically experience polyuria, resulting in increased urine output rather than normal levels
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Explanation
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C. Bran flakes are high in fiber, which can interfere with the absorption of thyroid medications.
D. Cantaloupe, while nutritious, does not provide significant levels of iodine or nutrients that directly support thyroid function.
Correct Answer is D
Explanation
A. Encouraging deep breathing exercises may help with respiratory function but does not address the immediate risks associated with increased ICP.
B. Elevating the head of the bed can help reduce ICP; however, the priority intervention is to closely monitor ICP to identify any changes in the client's condition.
C. Administering a sedative may be appropriate, but it is not as critical as monitoring ICP in a client with Cushing's Triad, where altered consciousness and respiratory changes may be present.
D. Monitoring ICP is crucial in this situation, as Cushing's Triad indicates a potential increase in ICP, and timely interventions can prevent further complications.