Read the Health Record Excerpt Below: Emergency Department Course

question 23

Multiple Choice

Read the health record excerpt below: 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.
Which of the following conditions was NOT noted on the patient's chemistry profile?

• A) Abnormal blood acidity
• B) Deficient potassium levels in the blood
• C) Excessive calcium in the blood
• D) Excessive salt in the blood

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Definitions:

Eyewitness Memory

The recollection by individuals of events they have witnessed, especially significant to criminal investigations.

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Eyewitness Memory

The recall of individuals who have witnessed a particular event or crime, concerning their ability to remember and report details accurately.