DKA is a complication of uncontrolled diabetes that is most commonly experienced by type 1 - or insulin dependent diabetics - with mortality rate as high as 10%. In this RapidCE lesson learn the pathophysiology, signs and symptoms, assessment strategies, and treatment options for a patient with DKA.

Tags: Assessment, Diabetes, Diabetic, DKA, RapidCE

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