Compensation Mechanisms Occurring in the Early Stage of Diabetic Ketoacidosis

question 14

Multiple Choice

Compensation mechanisms occurring in the early stage of diabetic ketoacidosis include:

• A) Kussmaul's respirations.
• B) polydipsia.
• C) ketonuria.
• D) seizures.

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Definitions:

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