Which of the following is characteristic of a patient with hyperglycemia?
A) A "fruity" odor of the breath
B) Cool, moist skin, agitated behavior, and increased heart rate
C) Sudden onset of altered mental status
D) Use of excessive amounts of insulin or lack of adequate food intake
A
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