Read the Following Health Record Excerpt: Emergency Department Course

question 90

Multiple Choice

Read the following health record excerpt: Emergency Department Course:
Miss Sweet arrived in the ED lethargic, but responsive.Given her history and vomiting, we were concerned about diabetic ketoacidosis.The patient's finger stick blood sugar test result of 320 confirmed hyperglycemia, and a urinalysis revealed both glucosuria and ketonuria.An IV was started and labs were sent.Chemistry profile showed hypernatremia, hypokalemia, and acidemia.The pediatric intensive care team was contacted for transfer to the PICU.
Disposition: Transfer to PICU.
According to this excerpt, Miss Sweet was transferred to the:

• A)emergency department.
• B)laboratory.
• C)pathology.
• D)pediatric intensive care unit.
• E)postanesthesia care unit.

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