RNSG 1201 - Pharmacology Exam 5 Study Guide.
RNSG 1201 - Pharmacology Exam 5 Study Guide/RNSG 1201 - Pharmacology Exam 5 Study Guide. Chapters 30, 31, 32, 33, 36, 37 Chapter 30 1. The nurse notes in a patient's medication history that the patient has been taking desmopressin (DDAVP). Based on this finding, the nurse interprets that the patient has which disorder? a. Diabetes mellitus b. Diabetes insipidus c. Adrenocortical insufficiency d. Carcinoid tumor ANS: B Desmopressin is used to prevent or control polydipsia (excessive thirst), polyuria, and dehydration in patients with diabetes insipidus. The symptoms are caused by a deficiency of endogenous antidiuretic hormone. The other options are incorrect.
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