Abstract
Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is an acute complication associated with type 1 diabetes mellitus. DKA accounts for a significant portion of annual health care expenditures and is considered a medical emergency. Previously treated in the ICU, DKA is now treated on general medical-surgical nursing units. To manage this crisis successfully, medical-surgical nurses must have a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the pathophysiologic mechanisms, clinical manifestations, and treatment protocols. A critical pathway is presented to guide clinical care.
| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 37-45 |
| Number of pages | 9 |
| Journal | MEDSURG Nursing |
| Volume | 8 |
| Issue number | 1 |
| State | Published - Feb 1999 |
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