The nurse is concerned that a school-age child receiving intranasal desmopressin acetate (DDAVP) for enuresis is experiencing an adverse effect of the medication. What did the nurse assess in this patient? (Select all that apply.)
A) Thirst
B) Nausea
C) Flushing
D) Itchy skin
E) Headache
B, C, E
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Adverse effects of desmopressin acetate (DDAVP) include nausea, flushing, and a headache. Thirst and itchy skin are not identified as adverse effects of this medication.
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