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sammy

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The nurse caring for a 75-year-old man who has developed diabetes insipidus following a head injury will include in the plan of care provisions for:
 
  a. limiting fluids to 1500 mL a day.
  b. encouraging physical exercise.
  c. protecting patient from injury.
  d. discouraging daytime naps.

Question 2

A patient has undergone tests that indicate a deficiency of the parathyroid hormone secretion. She should be informed of which potential complication?
 
  a. Osteoporosis
  b. Lethargy
  c. Laryngeal spasms
  d. Kidney stones


ktidd

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
The patients need protection from injury because they are often exhausted from sleep deprivation and having to get up frequently at night. Fluids should not be limited and their energy should be preserved.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Decreased parathyroid hormone levels in the blood stream cause a decreased calcium level. Severe hypocalcemia may result in laryngeal spasm, stridor, cyanosis, and increased possibility of asphyxia.


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