The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient with a Traumatic

question 11

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a patient with a traumatic brain injury.The nurse suspects the patient is developing diabetes insipidus.Which test or procedure would confirm this diagnosis?

• A) Skull radiographs
• B) Serum glucose level
• C) Water deprivation test
• D) Antidiuretic hormone (ADH) stimulation test

---

Definitions:

Internalized Standards

Personal norms and beliefs that are adopted from society and influence one's behavior and thinking.

Self-esteem

One's subjective evaluation of their own worth or the degree to which they value themselves.

Spotlight Effect

The idea that other people are focusing more on how we look and act than they actually are.

Flattering Descriptions

Positive and often exaggerated comments that make someone or something seem better or more attractive than they are in reality.