What blood glucose measurement is most likely associated with diabetic ketoacidosis?
a. 185 mg/dl
b. 220 mg/dl
c. 280 mg/dl
d. 330 mg/dl
ANS: D
Diabetic ketoacidosis is a state of relative insulin insufficiency and may include the presence of hyperglycemia, a blood glucose level greater than or equal to 330 mg/dl; 185, 220, and 280 mg/dl are values that are too low for the definition of ketoacidosis.
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