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lunatika

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on: Jun 28, 2018
What is an important consideration for the school-age child taking DDAVP for diabetes insipidus?
 
  a. Observe for signs of water deprivation.
  b. Restrict his physical education program.
  c. Arrange for the child to use the bathroom when needed.
  d. Limit fluid intake other than during the lunch period.

Question 2

A mother reports that her 4-month-old infant is lethargic, sleeps 18 hours a day, and snores. The nurse recognizes these signs are characteristic of what?
 
  a. Hypothyroidism
  b. Hyperthyroidism
  c. Type 1 diabetes mellitus
  d. Tay-Sachs disease


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Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
The child with diabetes insipidus needs liberal access to bathrooms and water fountains. Arrangements may have to be made with the school to allow access.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
The infant with hypothyroidism will appear sluggish, and the tongue will be enlarged, causing noisy respiration.


lunatika

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Reply 2 on: Jun 28, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Wow, this really help

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