The nurse is reviewing discharge instructions with a patient being treated for diabetes insipidus (DI).What should the nurse direct the patient to do regarding changes in body weight?

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Changes in body weight can indicate a need for adjustment in medication or fluid intake, therefore, the patient should notify the healthcare provider if changes occur. Restricting fluids or increasing salty foods are not appropriate actions for managing DI. Taking an extra dose of medication should only be done as directed by the healthcare provider.

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