In the case of SIADH, what does the nurse expect in terms of findings?
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Correct answer: Diabetes insipidus
After pituitary surgery, damage to the posterior pituitary can cause ADH deficiency leading to central diabetes insipidus, with large volumes of dilute urine and intense thirst. SIADH would cause water retention; Cushing's and acromegaly do not cause polyuria.
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