Nephrogenic Diabetes Insipidus
Nephrogenic Diabetes Insipidus ( 35 Questions)
A client asks the nurse about the potential risks or discomfort associated with the water deprivation test. What should the nurse inform the client?
Correct. One of the potential risks associated with the water deprivation test is the development of low blood sodium levels (hyponatremia) due to dehydration.
Incorrect. Elevated blood pressure is not a typical response to the water deprivation test. In fact, blood pressure is usually closely monitored during the test.
Incorrect. The water deprivation test does not involve the use of contrast dye, so the risk of an allergic reaction is not applicable.
Incorrect. While the client may feel lightheaded or dizzy due to dehydration, close monitoring is an essential part of the test to ensure the client's safety.
A) Correct. One of the potential risks associated with the water deprivation test is the development of low blood sodium levels (hyponatremia) due to dehydration.
B) Incorrect. Elevated blood pressure is not a typical response to the water deprivation test. In fact, blood pressure is usually closely monitored during the test.
C) Incorrect. The water deprivation test does not involve the use of contrast dye, so the risk of an allergic reaction is not applicable.
D) Incorrect. While the client may feel lightheaded or dizzy due to dehydration, close monitoring is an essential part of the test to ensure the client's safety.