What should patients taking antidiuretic hormone (ADH) be monitored frequently for?
a. Increase in urination
b. Urinary acidity
c. Dehydration
d. Urinary alkalinity
ANS: C
A patient on ADH should be monitored for a decrease in the frequency and the amount of urination, the specific gravity of the urine, and water intoxication or signs of dehydration.
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