Which form of diabetic insipidus (DI) will result if the target cells for antidiuretic hormone (ADH) in the renal collecting tubules demonstrate insensitivity?
a. Neurogenic
b. Nephrogenic
c. Psychogenic
d. Ischemic
Ans: b. Nephrogenic
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A) Washing hands B) Wearing gloves C) Recapping needle after use D) Disposing of used sharps in puncture-proof container E) Wearing protective eyewear
While evaluating the reflexes of a newborn, the nurse notes that with a loud noise the newborn symmetrically abducts and extends his arms, his fingers fan out and form a "C" with the thumb and forefinger, and he has a slight tremor
The nurse would document this finding as a positive: a. Tonic neck reflex. b. Glabellar (Myerson) reflex. c. Babinski reflex. d. Moro reflex.
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