A client with an excessive alcohol intake has a reduced amount of anti

A client with an excessive alcohol intake has a reduced amount of antidiuretic hormone (ADH). The nurse anticipates the client will exhibit:

1. Hematuria
2. An increased blood pressure
3. Dry mucous membranes
4. A low serum sodium level

ANSWER

ANS: 3
Alcohol inhibits the release of ADH, resulting in increased water loss in urine. The client may show signs of decreased fluid volume (dehydration), including dry mucous membranes. The ef-fects of excessive alcohol intake and reduced antidiuretic hormone will not cause hematuria. Having decreased levels of antidiuretic hormone will lead to increased urine production. The cli-ent may exhibit a decreased blood pressure resulting from decreased fluid volume and an in-creased serum sodium level with dehydration.