A child with diabetes insipidus has been admitted to the Pediatric Unit.The nurse would expect the child's lab value to demonstrate:

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Diabetes insipidus (DI) involves the inability to regulate fluid balance in the body due to inadequate secretion of antidiuretic hormone (ADH) by the pituitary gland. This results in excessive urine output and dehydration, leading to hypernatremia (elevated serum sodium levels). Hyperglycemia (elevated blood glucose levels) is not a characteristic finding of DI, as it is seen in diabetes mellitus. Hypercalcemia (elevated serum calcium levels) is not directly related to DI. Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose levels) is also not expected in DI.

A Child with Diabetes Insipidus Has Been Admitted to the Pediatric