The cause of neurogenic diabetes insipidus (DI) is related to an organic lesion of the:
a. Anterior pituitary
b. Thalamus
c. Posterior pituitary
d. Renal tubules
Ans: c. Posterior pituitary
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What does the pediatric nurse understand about the use of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM)? (Select all that apply.)
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The nurse is assessing an individual's spirituality. Which components would the nurse identify as relating to the patient's overall health? Select all that apply
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When teaching a client about using a decongestant in a nasal spray form, which instruction would the nurse include? Select all that apply
A) "Recline on a bed and hang your head over the edge." B) "Sniff hard for a few minutes after administration." C) "Make sure the tip of the container is touching the nasal mucosa." D) "Do not share the container with anyone except family members." E) "Know that nasal burning or stinging may occur."