15.2 - Posterior pituitary gland Flashcards
1
Q
what is the serum osmolality in CDI?
A
high (loss of free water)
2
Q
what is the urine osmolality in CDI?
A
low (dilute)
3
Q
what are the serum sodium levels in CDI?
A
high
4
Q
what is the result of water deprivation test in CDI?
A
fails to increase urine osmolality
5
Q
what is the treatment for CDI?
A
desmopressin
6
Q
what drugs can cause NDI?
A
- lithium
- demeclocycline
7
Q
in NDI what is the response to desmopressin?
A
NONE
8
Q
what is the treatment for SIADH?
A
- free water restriction
- demeclocycline
9
Q
why is demeclocycline used to treat SIADH?
A
blocks effect of ADH