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DKA vs. HHS

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  • Q1
    This complication is found mainly in Type 2 diabetics?
    HHS
    DKA
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  • Q2
    HHS would have all of the following signs and symptoms EXCEPT?
    Blood glucose >600 mg/dL
    Polyuria
    Kussmaul breathing
    Dry mucous membranes
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  • Q3
    This condition happens gradually and is more likely to affect older adults?
    HHS
    DKA
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  • Q4
    A patient has an infection and reports not checking their blood glucose or regularly taking Metformin. What condition is this patient MOST at risk for?
    DKA
    metabolic acidosis
    HHS
    metabolic alkalosis
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  • Q5
    Which patient population is most at risk for DKA?
    Newly diagnosed diabetic
    Older-adults with Type 2 diabetes
    Middle-aged adults who are obese
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  • Q6
    TRUE OR FALSE. Osmotic diuresis is present in HHS & DKA due to the kidney's inability to reabsorb the excessive glucose which causes glucose to leak into the urine which in turn causes extra water & electrolytes to be excreted.
    False
    True
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  • Q7
    Which of the following is not a sign or symptom of Diabetic Ketoacidosis?
    Polydipsia
    Positive Ketones in the urine
    Abdominal Pain
    Oliguria
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  • Q8
    A patient experiencing DKA is on an insulin drip & their current glucose level is 300. In addition, to the insulin drip the patient also has 5% Dextrose 0.45% NS infusing in the right antecubital vein. Which of the following patient s/s causes concern?
    Patient is nauseous.
    Patient's skin and mucous membranes are dry.
    Patient has a potassium level of 2.3
    Patient complains of thirst.
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  • Q9
    A patient is being discharged home after recovering from HHS. Which statement by the patient requires patient re-education about this condition?
    "It is important I take my medication as prescribed."
    "This condition happens suddenly without any warning signs."
    "If I become sick I will monitor my blood glucose more frequently and drink lots of fluids."
    "I will monitor my blood glucose levels regularly."
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