A patient who is diagnosed with a closed head injury has a urine output of 6 to 8 L/day. Electrolytes are within normal limits, but the antidiuretic hormone (ADH) level is low. Although the patient has had no intake for 4 hours, no change in the polyuria level has occurred. What treatment or diagnostic testing does the healthcare professional prepare the patient for?
A)Administration of desmopressin
B)Serum copeptin testing
C)Insulin administration
D)Renal angiogram

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The Answer is A

A Patient Who Is Diagnosed with a Closed Head Injury