A child with a known diagnosis of diabetes insipididus is being discharged home. The discharge education should include: (Select all that apply.)
1. Teaching on the signs/symptoms of dehydration.
2. Teaching the parents to decrease the amount of fluid intake when the child is healthy.
3. That medications will only need to be continued for six months.
4. Obtaining an emergency alert bracelet for the child.
5. Making the school aware of the diagnosis.
1, 4, 5
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1. The child is at high risk for dehydration, and the parents should be aware of the signs and symptoms.
2. Fluid intake should be increased to keep the hydration balanced.
3. The medication will be needed for the rest of the child's life.
4. An emergency bracelet is needed so that proper care can be provided when illness occurs away from the parents.
5. The school should be aware so that proper interventions can be made when necessary.
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