What are characteristics of diabetic ketoacidosis? (Select all that apply.)
a. Pallor
b. Acidosis
c. Bradypnea
d. Dehydration
e. Electrolyte imbalance
ANS: B, D, E
Characteristics of diabetic ketoacidosis include acidosis, dehydration, and electrolyte imbalance. Respirations are rapid (Kussmaul respirations), not slow, and flushing, not pallor, would occur.
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