Which electrolyte abnormalities are frequently seen in diabetic ketoacidosis and require correction?

Sodium and Calcium

Magnesium and Iron

Potassium and Phosphate

Zinc and Copper

What is the primary purpose of administering insulin in diabetic ketoacidosis management?

To reduce blood glucose levels and promote glucose utilization

To increase blood cholesterol levels

To improve kidney function

To treat bacterial infections

Why is fluid replacement with normal saline essential in the treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis?

To increase blood sugar levels

To correct dehydration and improve intravascular volume

To prevent hair loss

To lower blood pressure

What is the recommended rate of insulin infusion during the treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis?

1 unit/kg/day

2 units/kg/hour

0.1 units/kg/hour

5 units/day

What is the role of continuous intravenous insulin infusion in diabetic ketoacidosis management?

To increase blood pressure

Helps maintain stable and controlled reduction of glucose levels

To improve lung function

To treat depression

What intravenous administration is often recommended for patients with severe diabetic ketoacidosis?

Bicarbonate

Citric Acid

Hydrochloric Acid

Sulfuric Acid

What other medical conditions should be assessed and managed concurrently with diabetic ketoacidosis treatment?

Infection, heart failure, and electrolyte imbalances

Broken bones and sprains

Brain tumors

Lung cancer

Why is it important to monitor blood glucose and ketone levels closely during treatment for diabetic ketoacidosis?

To increase blood cholesterol levels

To assess response to therapy and prevent complications

To worsen the condition

To induce hunger

What is the purpose of administering insulin in diabetic ketoacidosis management?

To treat viral infections

To reduce blood glucose levels and promote glucose utilization

To increase blood pressure

To prevent hair loss

What electrolyte abnormalities are frequently seen in diabetic ketoacidosis and require correction?

Iron and Zinc

Potassium and Phosphate

Calcium and Magnesium

Sodium and Nitrogen

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What is the first-line treatment for diabetic ketoacidosis?

Fluid replacement with normal saline

Which type of insulin is commonly used in the treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis?

Regular insulin

What electrolyte abnormalities are frequently seen in diabetic ketoacidosis and require correction?

Potassium and Phosphate

What intravenous administration is often recommended for patients with severe diabetic ketoacidosis?

Bicarbonate

What is the purpose of administering insulin in diabetic ketoacidosis management?

To reduce blood glucose levels and promote glucose utilization

Why is it important to monitor blood glucose and ketone levels closely during treatment for diabetic ketoacidosis?

To assess response to therapy and prevent complications

What is the role of continuous intravenous insulin infusion in diabetic ketoacidosis management?

Helps maintain stable and controlled reduction of glucose levels

Why is fluid replacement with normal saline essential in the treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis?

To correct dehydration and improve intravascular volume

What is the recommended rate of insulin infusion during the treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis?

0.1 units/kg/hour

What other medical conditions should be assessed and managed concurrently with diabetic ketoacidosis treatment?

Infection, heart failure, and electrolyte imbalances

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Which electrolyte abnormalities are frequently seen in diabetic ketoacidosis and require correction?

What is the primary purpose of administering insulin in diabetic ketoacidosis management?

Why is fluid replacement with normal saline essential in the treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis?

What is the recommended rate of insulin infusion during the treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis?

What is the role of continuous intravenous insulin infusion in diabetic ketoacidosis management?

What intravenous administration is often recommended for patients with severe diabetic ketoacidosis?

What other medical conditions should be assessed and managed concurrently with diabetic ketoacidosis treatment?

Why is it important to monitor blood glucose and ketone levels closely during treatment for diabetic ketoacidosis?

What is the purpose of administering insulin in diabetic ketoacidosis management?

What electrolyte abnormalities are frequently seen in diabetic ketoacidosis and require correction?

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