A child weighing
18)2 kg with a history of diabetes insipidus (DI) has been admitted to the hospital. Which healthcare provider prescription should the nurse question?
A) Stat electrolytes
B) Urine specific gravity with each void
C) DDAVP (desmopressin) PO
D) Restrict oral fluids to 500 mL every 24 hours

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Children with diabetes insipidus require adequate hydration and fluid intake to prevent dehydration. Restricting oral fluids to only 500 mL every 24 hours would be harmful to the child and should be questioned by the nurse. The other options (A, B, and C) are appropriate interventions for a child with diabetes insipidus.

A Child Weighing 18)2 Kg with a History of Diabetes Insipidus (DI) Has