Question

A nurse is admitting a client who has diabetic ketoacidosis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?

A.) Tremors
B.) Increased urination
C.) Heart palpitations
D.) Sweating

Answer 1

A nurse should expect increased urination as a finding in a client with diabetic ketoacidosis, which is caused by osmotic diuresis from high blood glucose levels.

The correct is option B.) Increased urination

Step-by-step explanation:

A nurse admitting a client who has diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) should expect to find certain clinical manifestations related to this acute complication of diabetes mellitus. In DKA, the body begins to break down fat at a rapid rate, producing ketones. The presence of these ketones leads to acidosis. The following symptoms should be anticipated:

• Frequent urination - Due to the osmotic diuresis caused by high blood glucose levels, where the kidneys filter glucose from the blood leading to increased urination.
• Increase in thirst - The loss of fluids through frequent urination leads to dehydration and excessive thirst.
• Other signs may include nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, deep and rapid breathing, and a fruity odor on the breath caused by the exhalation of acetone.

Among the listed options, increased urination (B.) Increased urination) is the finding most commonly associated with DKA.