Which patient would the healthcare professional assess for elevated levels of antidiuretic hormone (ADH) secretion?
a. Being treated for small cell carcinoma of the stomach
b. Taking high dose acetaminophen (Tylenol) for arthritis
c. Had a hip replacement operation 14 days ago
d. Has long-standing kidney disease from diabetes
Ans: a. Being treated for small cell carcinoma of the stomach
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a. 4 b. 6 c. 14 d. 24
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