Intravenous fluid of choice in management of diabetic ketoacidosis
Correct Answer: Normal saline
Description: Answer-A. Normal salineTreatment of DKA1. InsulinA bolus of IV IM sho acting insulin (regular insulin) should be given immediately to reduce blood glucose level'Subsequent treatment should piovide continuous and adequate level ofcirculating insulin'2. IV fluidDue to vomiting, osmotic diuresis and hyperventilation, there is dehydration and Na. deficit in DKA which should be treated by iv saline infusion.Normal saline (0.9% saline) k the fluid of choice3. KCI4. Sodium bicarbonate5. Magnesium and phosphate
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