The nurse is caring for a client who is undergoing a water deprivation test. Which of the following findings is most important for the nurse to communicate to the health care provider?
A)Intense thirst
B)2.3 kg weight loss
C)Orthostatic hypotension
D)No change in urine osmolality

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A drop in the weight of more than 2 kg indicates severe dehydration, and the test should be discontinued. The other assessment data are not unusual with this test.

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