Dka Flashcards
1
Q
The initial fluid of choice for correcting DKA is
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isotonic saline/ 0.9% saline (normal saline), aiming at giving about a total of 4 litres within 4 hours. Attempt to correct fluid deficit within 24 hours
2
Q
4lites in 4hrs
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1litre in the first 30 mins
1litre in the next 1 hour
1litre in the next 2 hours
1litre in the next 4 hours
3
Q
If serum sodium is above the upper limit, in the correction of fluids consider
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0.45% saline as the fluid of choice.
4
Q
When blood glucose reaches 13 mmol/L, switch to ? Why?
A
dextrose saline. It allows insulin to be given to correct acidosis whilst preventing hypoglycaemia. [GDA, 2023].
