20 Multiple choice questions
Term 1 of 20
What are the 2 types of DI?
renal and hepatic
nephritic and distal
central and cardiac
central and nephrogenic
, Term 2 of 20
What are the manifestations of DI?
dehydration symptoms
hypovolemia
decreased Neuro d/t increased Na+
weak pulses
decreased MAP
Lots of pee
- low urine osmolarity
- High specific gravity (dark pee if late stage)
hypotension, profound dehydration, tachycardia, and variable neurologic signs caused by
cerebral dehydration
gradual onset
low urine output,
fluid retention,
edema,
weight gain,
increased urine specific gravity,
decreased serum osmolality,
hypertension,
hyponatremia
Often caused by increased ICP.
Floppy Hands
They can give oral meds, take vitals, helps patients out of bed (not the 1st time)
Can NOT: give IV meds, place IV, new admissions, high risk/critical assessments