A Diabetic Patient with Poor Glucose Control Develops Diabetic Ketoacidosis

Multiple Choice

A diabetic patient with poor glucose control develops diabetic ketoacidosis. The nurse notes that a patient with diabetic ketoacidosis has rapid, deep respirations. Which collaborative intervention will the nurse anticipate implementing?

A) Oxygen at 2 to 4 L/min
B) IV sodium bicarbonate 50 mEq
C) IV 50% dextrose 50 ml
D) IV lorazepam (Ativan) 1 mg