A patient is diagnosed with diabetes insipidus after a series of diagnostic tests. Which of the following signs and symptoms is indicative of this disorder?

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Diabetes insipidus is hyposecretion of aldosterone, a hormone that increases the absorption of sodium and water. This disorder is manifested by signs of fluid deficit. Diabetes insipidus is manifested by polydipsia, polyuria, dehydration, fatigue, inability to concentrate urine, and postural hypotension. Options B, C, and D are common signs of syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone.

A Patient Is Diagnosed with Diabetes Insipidus After a Series