A Diabetic Patient Is Admitted with Ketoacidosis and the Health

question 32

Multiple Choice

A diabetic patient is admitted with ketoacidosis and the health care provider writes these orders. Which order should the nurse implement first?

• A) Administer regular IV insulin 30 U.
• B) Infuse 1 liter of normal saline per hour.
• C) Give sodium bicarbonate 50 mEq IV push.
• D) Start an infusion of regular insulin at 50 U/hr.

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