A child with diabetes insipidus is being treated with vasopressin. The nurse would assess the child closely for signs and symptoms of which condition?
A) Syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH)
B) Thyroid storm
C) Cushing syndrome
D) Vitamin D toxicity
Ans: A
SIADH, although rare in children, is a potential complication of excessive administration of vasopressin. Thyroid storm may result from overadministration of levothyroxine (thyroid hormone replacement). Cushing syndrome is associated with corticosteroid use. Vitamin D toxicity may result from the use of vitamin D as treatment of hypoparathyroidism.
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