EDAPT Altered Hormonal Regulation Practice Test

Administering desmopressin is the anticipated intervention for a client with diabetes insipidus because this medication is an analog of vasopressin (also known as antidiuretic hormone or ADH). Diabetes insipidus is characterized by the inadequate secretion or action of ADH, which leads to excessive urination and thirst. By administering desmopressin, the treatment helps to reduce urine output and alleviate the symptoms associated with the condition, such as dehydration and excessive fluid loss.

The other options do not appropriately address the underlying issue of diabetes insipidus. For instance, using albuterol, which is a bronchodilator primarily for treating respiratory conditions, does not have any effect on managing fluid balance in patients with diabetes insipidus. Limiting water access goes against the need for patients with this condition to stay hydrated due to their high urine output. Increasing sodium intake is also inappropriate, as it can exacerbate fluid imbalances and potentially lead to hypernatremia, a common concern in patients experiencing excessive fluid loss. Thus, desmopressin is the most suitable intervention as it directly targets the hormonal deficiency present in diabetes insipidus.