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A patient with diabetes is noncompliant with taking insulin. On scene, your assessment indicates this patient has an open airway, rapid and deep respirations, and a rapid radial pulse. His skin is warm and flushed. Vital signs are pulse, 120; respirations, 40 breaths/min; blood pressure, 108/86 mmHg; and SpO2, 98%. The patient's blood sugar reads 'high' on your glucometer. Which of these instructions to other caregivers indicates proper care of this patient?

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Acute Diabetic Complications can include diabetic ketoacidosis, hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state, or death.


A patient with diabetes is noncompliant with taking insulin. On scene, your assessment indicates this patient has an open airway, rapid and deep respirations, and a rapid radial pulse. His skin is warm and flushed. Vital signs are pulse, 120; respirations, 40 breaths/min; blood pressure, 108/86 mmHg; and SpO2, 98%. The patient's blood sugar reads 'high' on your glucometer. Which of these instructions to other caregivers indicates proper care of this patient?






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