Which of the Following Statements About Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Nonketotic Coma

question 52

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about hyperglycemic hyperosmolar nonketotic coma (HHNK) is TRUE?

• A) Unlike diabetic ketoacidosis, HHNK is not life-threatening.
• B) Prehospital treatment of HHNK includes correcting metabolic acidosis.
• C) Aside from managing the ABCs, prehospital management is primarily aimed at correcting dehydration.
• D) Paradoxically, the definitive management of HHNK includes the administration of 50 percent dextrose.

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