The nurse is caring for a child just admitted with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). The nurse should question which of the following physician's orders?
1. Stat serum electrolytes
2. Neurological checks hourly
3. NPH insulin IV at 0.1 units/kg per hour.
4. Insert urinary catheter and measure output hourly.
3
Rationale:
1. Stat electrolytes are an appropriate order.
2. Hourly neuro checks are an appropriate order.
3. NPH insulin would not be ordered IV. A short-acting insulin needs to be ordered.
4. Urinary catheter and hourly outputs are appropriate.
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