A child has been diagnosed with diabetes insipidus (DI). The nurse is teaching the parents and child about self-care measures. Which item does the nurse explain is the priority for the child to have at all times?
A.
Epinephrine injector
B.
Medic-Alert bracelet
C.
Medications
D.
Water bottle
ANS: D
A Medic-Alert bracelet, medications, and a water bottle are all important for the child with DI to have with him or her. However, preventing dehydration takes priority, so the most important item is the water bottle or other ready access to water.
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