Answer Key: DI
False – Diabetes Insipidus is different from diabetes mellitus (blood sugar disease).
True – DI causes the body to produce a large amount of urine.
True – Extreme thirst is a major symptom of DI.
True – Vasopressin helps the body keep water; it’s low in DI.
False – DI is not related to sugar intake.
True – Desmopressin replaces the hormone your body lacks.
False – Never skip medicine without your doctor’s approval.
True – Staying hydrated is very important with DI.
False – Do not stop your medicine without speaking to your doctor.
True – These can be signs of dehydration.
True – Caffeine can make you pee more, so it should be avoided.
False – Always check with your doctor before taking new meds; some can worsen DI.
True – This lets others know you have DI if you’re unconscious or in trouble.
True – Kidneys respond to vasopressin to control water levels.
True – DI can result from injury, surgery, or tumors in the brain.
False – If you're too weak to stand, it's an emergency — go to the ER.
True – You need quick access to water to avoid dehydration.
False – DI makes you pee more, not less.
True – Losing fluids this way can cause serious dehydration; go to the ER.
20. False – Always take medicine as prescribed, even if symptoms improve.