Acute hyperglycemic emergencies: Diabetic ketoacidosis and hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state

This article focuses on the diagnosis of, various treatments for, and nursing considerations associated with two acute hyperglycemic emergencies: diabetic ketoacidosis and hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state. Patient self-management is key to prevention and requires thorough patient education efforts.
Source: Nursing Critical Care - Category: Nursing Tags: Feature Source Type: research