A patient is prescribed olanzapine (Zyprexa) for the treatment of schizophrenia. The patient tells the nurse he is voiding three times each night and is always thirsty
Based on the adverse effects of this medication, what should the nurse suspect the patient has developed? A) Urinary tract infection
B) Diabetes mellitus
C) Renal calculi
D) Hyperthyroidism
B
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The development of polyuria and polydipsia is indicative of diabetes mellitus. Olanzapine has been associated with weight gain, hyperglycemia, and initiation or aggravation of diabetes mellitus. Urinary tract infection is not considered an adverse effect with olanzapine. Renal calculus is not an adverse effect of olanzapine. Hyperthyroidism is not an adverse effect of olanzapine.
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