The nurse explains that the difference between diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) and hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state (HHS) is that clients with HHS:
1. do not manifest ketoacidosis.
2. are dehydrated.
3. are confused.
4. have elevated glucose levels.
Correct Answer: 1
Rationale 1: Clients with HHS do not experience ketoacidosis.
Rationale 2: Dehydration is a symptom of both disorders.
Rationale 3: Confusion is a symptom of both disorders.
Rationale 4: Elevated glucose levels are seen in both disorders.
Global Rationale: Clients with HHS do not experience ketoacidosis. Dehydration, confusion, and elevated glucose levels are seen in both disorders.
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