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DKA is an acidic state thus the blood pH would be lower then normal.
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What does PH 7.26 in diabetic ketoacidosis mean?
Normal blood pH is 7.35-7.45, this result is acidic which is expected in a DKA state.
What is diabetic keratosis?
You mean "Diabetic Ketoacidosis", check for it on Google. There's no such thing as diabetic keratosis.
Where can I find information about diabetic ketoacidosis?
Diabetic ketoacidosis is a condition which is thought to affect about 1 in 750 people in their lifetime. More information can be obtained from reputable medical journals or a doctor.
Which condition may progress to diabetic ketoacidosis?
Diabetes, if untreated.
What would a Serum potassium level of 2.8 indicate?
Diabetic ketoacidosis
Is ketoacidosis diabetic retinopathy and nephropathy may be complications of iddm?
FALSE
What type insulin is used for diabetic ketoacidosis?
Regular Insulin (Humulin R)
A patient is described as being diabetic and having Kussmaul respirations. What physiologic activity is taking place to cause this in your patient?
This sign is indicative of diabetic acidosis. The deep, rapid respirations will raise the patient's pH, thus reducing the acidotic condition. Sounds right -- I've heard it called ketoacidosis too.
AST decreases?
Pregnancy, severe chronic liver disease, uremia, diabetic ketoacidosis.....not clinically significant
What is the priority intervention for the client having Kussmaul respirations as a result of diabetic ketoacidosis?
implementation of seizure precautions
What pathological conditions can arise from a large increase in blood levels of ketone bodies in diabetics?
diabetic ketoacidosis
What do the signs of diabetic ketoacidosis appear as?
One of the first signs of ketoacidosis is an unpleasant smell on the breath as well as ketones in the urine, if your insulin is kept at the correct level and you eat a sensible and balanced diet including slow release carbohydrates you should not go into ketoacidosis.
