Why does polyuria occur with diabetes mellitus?
a. Formation of ketones
b. Chronic insulin resistance
c. Elevation in serum glucose
d. Increase in antidiuretic hormone
Ans: c. Elevation in serum glucose
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The parents of a child with cognitive impairment ask the nurse for guidance with discipline. What should the nurse's recommendation be based on?
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A patient, newly diagnosed with diabetes, tells the nurse that the only thing "different" was an increase in urination and the inability to quench his thirst. Which of the following is the patient describing to the nurse?
1. osmotic diuresis and dehydration 2. gluconeogenesis 3. ketosis 4. lipogenesis
Jaundice that occurs within the first ____________________ hours of life is considered pathological jaundice
Fill in the blank with correct word