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The nurse is administering desmopressin (DDAVP) to a pediatric client with diabetes insipidus. The nurse should monitor for which of the following potential side effects of this medication?

Hypertension

Hyperkalemia

Hypoglycemia

Hyponatremia

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

A. Hypertension is not a common side effect of desmopressin.

B. Hyperkalemia is not typically associated with desmopressin.

C. Hypoglycemia is not a common side effect of desmopressin, as it is not used to manage blood glucose levels.

D. Desmopressin can cause water retention, leading to dilutional hyponatremia, which is a critical side effect to monitor for in clients receiving the medication.

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Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. A low-fiber diet is not appropriate for Hirschsprung disease, as it can worsen constipation and other symptoms.

B. Daily enemas are typically used for symptom management, but they do not address the underlying cause of the disease.

C. While a colostomy may be performed in some cases, it is usually not permanent. Surgical removal of the aganglionic portion of the colon is the primary treatment.

D. The definitive treatment for Hirschsprung disease is the surgical removal of the aganglionic portion of the colon to allow normal bowel function.

A. Periods of apnea for 20 seconds B. Paradoxic respirations of 26/min C. Shallow respirations of 10/min D. Deep respirations of 32/min

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Periods of apnea are not typical for DKA and may indicate other respiratory issues.

B. Paradoxic respirations are abnormal and occur when chest and abdomen move in opposite directions, which is not typically associated with DKA.

C. Shallow respirations are not typical of DKA; they would indicate respiratory depression or other issues.

D. Deep, rapid respirations (Kussmaul respirations) are characteristic of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). They occur as the body tries to compensate for acidosis by exhaling more carbon dioxide.

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