The nurse is assigned to a 38-year-old patient who presents with polydipsia and polyuria. Past medical history is significant for bipolar disorder diagnosed two months ago, for which the patient was prescribed lithium. The nurse anticipates further testing will reveal which condition?

Diabetes insipidus. This patient presents with polydipsia and polyuria, which is consistent with diabetes insipidus. Diabetes insipidus is commonly associated with lithium use. Syndrome of inappropriate ADH presents with nonspecific symptoms of anorexia, malaise, nausea, ataxia, etc. Although diabetes mellitus may present with polyuria and polydipsia, it is not associated with lithium.

The nurse is assigned to a 38-year-old patient who presents with ...

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Category: Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies
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Topics: Medication and Blood Products Neurology Endocrine Laboratory Studies Mental Health Disorders Psychiatric Medications

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