Which symptom is a potential consequence of electrolyte imbalances resulting from excessive urine output in diabetes insipidus (DI)?

Polyuria, or excessive urine output, is a hallmark clinical manifestation of diabetes insipidus. Clients with diabetes insipidus produce large volumes of dilute urine.

Incorrect choices:

a. This choice is incorrect. Polyphagia refers to excessive hunger and is not a characteristic symptom of diabetes insipidus.

c. This choice is incorrect. Polydipsia refers to excessive thirst and is often present in diabetes mellitus, not diabetes insipidus.

d. This choice is incorrect. Polydyspnea refers to difficulty breathing and is not associated with diabetes insipidus.

Clients with diabetes insipidus should maintain a balanced and adequate diet to ensure proper nutrition and hydration. While fluid intake may need to be monitored, severe fluid restriction is not typically necessary.

Incorrect choices:

a. This choice is incorrect. Avoiding all sources of dietary sodium is not a standard dietary recommendation for diabetes insipidus. Sodium balance is important for overall health.

b. This choice is incorrect. There is no specific indication for a high-protein diet in the management of diabetes insipidus.

c. This choice is incorrect. Limiting fluid intake to 1 liter per day may not be appropriate for all clients and should be based on individual needs and medical guidance.