Following surgery for a pituitary tumor, when the client develops diabetes insipidus, the nurse explains that the drug that will be helpful to remedy the manifestations is
A) atropine.
B) desmopressin.
C) diazepam (Valium).
D) NPH insulin.

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Clients who have diabetes insipidus after pituitary surgery often require IV vasopressin (Pitressin) or desmopressin (DDAVP).

Following Surgery for a Pituitary Tumor, When the Client Develops