A patient with a history of type 2 diabetes presents to the emergency department with symptoms of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), including polyuria, polydipsia, and fruity breath odor. The nurse anticipates

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A patient with a history of type 2 diabetes
presents to the emergency department with
symptoms of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA),
including polyuria, polydipsia, and fruity
breath odor. The nurse anticipates
implementing which priority intervention? a)
Administering insulin intravenously b)
Administering intravenous fluids and
electrolytes c) Administering bicarbonate
therapy d) Administering antidiabetic
medications
Transcribed Image Text:A patient with a history of type 2 diabetes presents to the emergency department with symptoms of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), including polyuria, polydipsia, and fruity breath odor. The nurse anticipates implementing which priority intervention? a) Administering insulin intravenously b) Administering intravenous fluids and electrolytes c) Administering bicarbonate therapy d) Administering antidiabetic medications
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