A child with a history of diabetes insipidus is admitted with polyuria, polydipsia, and mental confusion checking vital signs would be the priority.
Fluid and electrolyte imbalance brought on by the significant fluid loss may need to be treated, and the loss of electrolytes would be visible in the vital signs. Although important, urine output is not the main concern. Encouragement of fluid intake will not solve the issue, and at this time, weighing the client is not necessary.
Although both conditions can cause excessive urine production, diabetes insipidus and diabetes mellitus have different mechanisms and are unrelated to one another. Getting enough liquids to stay hydrated is part of the treatment.
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