A client with poorly controlled diabetes mellitus presents to the emergency department with suspected ketoacidosis. Which of the following diagnostic results would most likely confirm this diagnosis?
A)
Low O2 levels, increased anion gap, base excess
B)
High ammonia levels, decreased anion gap, high potassium
C)
Increased anion gap, base deficit
D)
Decreased anion gap, decreased urine ammonium level
Ans:
C
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Increased CO2 levels, an increased anion gap, and a base deficit are all associated with an acidotic state. Base excess, low oxygen, high potassium, high ammonia, and decreased anion gap would not suggest acidosis.
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