When assessing a child with diabetes insipidus, the nurse should be aware of the cardinal signs of:
When assessing a child with diabetes insipidus, the nurse should be aware of the cardinal signs of:
The cardinal signs of diabetes insipidus are polyuria (excessive urination) and polydipsia (excessive thirst). These symptoms are due to the kidneys' inability to retain water, leading to large amounts of dilute urine. Anemia and vomiting, irritability relieved by feeding formula, hypothermia, and azotemia are not primary indicators of diabetes insipidus.
Answer b
Answer - B