A client has fruity breath, deep rapid breathing and a blood glucose of 480 mg/dL. Which condition is this?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Diabetic ketoacidosis
- Step 1: Fruity breath and Kussmaul respirations come from ketones and acidosis. Step 2. Treatment is fluids, insulin and potassium monitoring. Answer: diabetic ketoacidosis. Why not the others: these have a different presentation.
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