Examlex

Solved

A Patient Is Admitted with Hypernatremia Secondary to Neurogenic Diabetes

question 12

Multiple Choice

A patient is admitted with hypernatremia secondary to neurogenic diabetes insipidus.The nurse notes that the patient's serum osmolality is 350 mOsm/kg.What does this finding indicate?


Definitions:

Steven Pinker

A cognitive psychologist and linguist known for his work on language acquisition and the psychology of language and thought.

Evolutionary Perspective

A theoretical approach that explains human behavior and mental processes through the lens of natural selection and survival advantages.

Eyeglasses

Corrective lenses mounted in a frame that assists in focusing vision, correcting refractive errors.

Stressed

Experiencing or showing strain or pressure, often as a result of demanding circumstances or perceived challenges.

Related Questions