Care Plan Example_Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic Nonketotic Syndrome (HHNS)

A client is enroute to the Emergency Department with a hyperosmolar, hyperglycemic state (HHS). The nurse will anticipate doing which of the following?

A nurse is working with a client brought to the emergency department in a comatose state after developing hyperosmolar hyperglycemic syndrome (HHS). The nurse ensures the client’s airway is patent and vital signs are stable. What is the nurse’s next priority in this situation?

A nurse is working with a client brought to the emergency department in a comatose state after developing hyperosmolar hyperglycemic syndrome (HHS). The nurse ensures the client’s airway is patent and vital signs are stable. What is the nurse’s next priority in this situation?