A Diagnosis of Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Nonketotic Coma ( HHNC )

question 33

Multiple Choice

A diagnosis of hyperglycemic hyperosmolar nonketotic coma ( HHNC ) is made for a patient with type 2 diabetes who is brought to the emergency department in an unresponsive state. The nurse will anticipate the need to

• A) give 50% dextrose as a bolus.
• B) insert a large-bore IV catheter.
• C) initiate oxygen by nasal cannula.
• D) administer glargine ( Lantus ) insulin.

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