The nurse is examining a 7-year-old girl who presents at the clinic with classic symptoms of diabetes mellitus type 1 . Which of the following describes one of these symptoms?
A) Decrease in urinary output
B) Loss of appetite
C) Decrease in desire for fluids
D) Weight loss
D
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Children with diabetes mellitus type 1 often have an abrupt onset of the classic symptoms of polyuria (dramatic increase in urinary output, probably with enuresis), polydipsia (abnormal thirst), and polyphagia (increased hunger). These symptoms are usually accompanied by weight loss or failure to gain weight and a lack of energy.
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