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Question:

The nurse notes that a physician new to the hospital’s computer system has input three out of four orders INCORRECTLY for a patient. Which of the following medications is CORRECT for a patient with the following criteria: Diabetes Insipidus, Dehydration, Hypertension.

A DDAVP.
explanation

Lasix is a diuretic, which is not good for a dehydrated patient. Insulin is for diabetes mellitus, not diabetes inspidius. Hypertonic saline is for SIADH, not diabetes insipidus. DDAVP will help the patient hold onto more water.

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