Pathophysiology
LABS
Treatment
100
DKA is caused by what type of –glycemia?
Hyperglycemia
100
In DKA patients, what abnormal component is found in the urine?
Ketones
100
What device do you need to measure blood sugar (fingersticks)?
Glucometer
200
Which organ produces insulin?
Pancreas
200
What lab value indicates the level of a patient’s pH of their blood?
Anion gap
200
What is an injection site for insulin on the body? (Hint: There are 4 sites)
Arm (Back), Abdomen, Thigh, Buttocks
300
What type of Diabetes do DKA patients NORMALLY have?
Type 1
300
What will the sodium level appear as when a patient is experiencing DKA?
Low
300
During treatment of a DKA patient, how often should the patient's blood sugar be taken?
Q 1hr
400
what type of respirations are found in patients with DKA?
Kussmaul Respirations
400
What Lab panel are electrolytes measured in ?
Complete Metabolic panel (AKA renal panel)
400
What type of medication is adminsitered to inhibit vomiting?
Antiemetics
500
When glucose is not properly utilized for energy, what product (in the body) is broken down in place of it?
Fat (Free fatty acids)
500
What will the Potassium level appear as when a patient is experiencing DKA?
Low
500
What is the name of the short-acting insulin medication given to the patient to reduce his blood sugar levels?
HUMULIN
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