A nurse is caring for a client with a diagnosis of diabetic ketoacidosis. Which pH level would be consistent with this diagnosis?

A client with altered mental status and fruity breath has been brought into the emergency department. Which of the following is the priority for the nurse to monitor?

A nurse in the intensive care unit (ICU) is caring for a client with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). Which of the following is NOT a priority nursing intervention for this client?

A client admitted with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is very upset and concerned because a family member recently had to have an amputation due to diabetes complications. The client asks what can be done to prevent amputation. Which of the following is the best response by the nurse? Select all that apply.

The nurse is admitting a client with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). The client has a history of type 1 diabetes and informs the nurse that she been taking really good care of herself and her blood glucose has been “really really good.” Which of the following assessment data leads the nurse to question this statement?

A nurse is working on a busy unit and answers a phone call. The lab is calling with results of a blood glucose level. What should the nurse do?

Which of the following is considered to be a counterregulatory hormone that works against the effects of insulin in the bloodstream? Select all that apply.

A client is admitted with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). The nurse knows that which of the following IV fluids should be expected for the healthcare provider to order?

The nurse working in the emergency department is receiving report. Out of the following group of clients, which would the nurse be concerned about developing hypovolemic shock?

A client with a central line requires urgent replacement of potassium. Which of the following is the best way to give potassium to this client?