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A nurse is assessing a client who takes Desmopressin for Diabetes Insipidus. For which of the following adverse effects should the nurse monitor? A. Hypovolemia B. Hypercalcemia C. Agitation D. Headache {Ans: D (Headache during desmopressin therapy is an indication of water intoxication)}5-Alpha reductase inhibitors {Ans: Finasteride (Proscar) Dutasteride (Avodart) "Proscar looks like 'pro-car' and that guy has a 'fine ride' ... but he does have BPH. Used to treat BPH or baldness Prevents conversion of 5-alpha reductase which prevents conversion of testosterone Side effects: erectile dysfunction and gynecomastia Pregnant women and women of child bearing age should not come into contact with this medication}A nurse is preparing to administer Potassium Chloride IV to a client who has Hypokalemia. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? (Select all that apply.) A. Infuse medication through a large‑bore needle. B. Monitor urine output to ensure at least 20 mL/hr. C. Administer medication via direct IV bolus. D. Implement cardiac monitoring. E. Administer the infusion using an IV pump {Ans: a, d, e (A. Infuse potassium through a large‑bore needle to prevent vein irritation, phlebitis, and infiltration. D. Implement cardiac monitoring to detect cardiac dysrhythmias in a client