Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 81%
Simulated
When caring for a client with diabetes insipidus who is receiving an antidiuretic hormone intranasally, which serum laboratory test is most important for the nurse to monitor?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Antidiuretic hormone (ADH) regulates water reabsorption, affecting serum osmolality. Monitoring osmolality assesses ADH therapy effectiveness in maintaining fluid balance in diabetes insipidus. Platelets, glucose, and calcium are not directly impacted by ADH or diabetes insipidus management.