A patient with diabetes mellitus experiences increased thirst and urination. What is the most likely cause of this symptom?
Q1. A patient with diabetes mellitus experiences increased thirst and urination. What is the most likely cause of this symptom?
Answer: Hyperglycemia-induced osmotic diuresis
Explanation: Hyperglycemia increases urine production through osmotic diuresis. Hyperglycemia-induced osmotic diuresis is correct because it matches what the question requires. USAT, HAT and MDCAT analytical sections repeat this pattern.