Diabetes insipidus is the result of:
A- A diet high in sugar and carbohydrates.
B- A complicated pregnancy.
C- A disorder of the pancreas.
D- A disorder of the pituitary gland.
Correct Response: D
Diabetes insipidus is the result of a pituitary gland disorder although it can also occur as the result of a brain infection or tumor as well as a closed head trauma that impacts on the pituitary gland. Diabetes insipidus is a lack of antidiuretic hormone secretion from the pituitary gland and the signs and symptoms include polyuria, polydipsia, hypernatremia and dehydration.
A- A diet high in sugar and carbohydrates.
B- A complicated pregnancy.
C- A disorder of the pancreas.
D- A disorder of the pituitary gland.
Correct Response: D
Diabetes insipidus is the result of a pituitary gland disorder although it can also occur as the result of a brain infection or tumor as well as a closed head trauma that impacts on the pituitary gland. Diabetes insipidus is a lack of antidiuretic hormone secretion from the pituitary gland and the signs and symptoms include polyuria, polydipsia, hypernatremia and dehydration.
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