Which patient would the healthcare professional assess for elevated levels of antidiuretic hormone (ADH) secretion?
A)Being treated for small cell carcinoma of the stomach
B)Taking high dose acetaminophen (Tylenol) for arthritis
C)Had a hip replacement operation 14 days ago
D)Has long-standing kidney disease from diabetes

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A common cause of elevated levels of ADH secretion is ectopically produced ADH by tumors, such as small cell carcinoma of the duodenum, stomach, and pancreas; cancers of the bladder, prostate, and endometrium; lymphomas; and sarcomas. High doses of antiinflammatory medications are a risk factor, but acetaminophen is not an antiinflammatory medication. Surgery within the last 5 to 7 leads to increased ADH secretion. Kidney disease does not lead to excess levels of ADH.

Which Patient Would the Healthcare Professional Assess for Elevated Levels