Pediatric diabetic ketoacidosis: clinical presentations and nursing considerations.

Stephanie Haley-Andrews, Joan E Mackenzie

Journal: Pediatric emergency care 2006;21(9):624-8

PMID: 16160672

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Abstract

Pediatric diabetic ketoacidosis is a life-threatening medical condition that requires rapid recognition yet gradual organized treatment. This article discusses the pathophysiology and morbidity of diabetic ketoacidosis and cerebral edema, in addition to treatment and nursing considerations. Three case studies are presented to reintroduce the reader to varying severity of ketoacidosis.

Address: Emergency Department, The Children's Hospital, Denver, CO 80218, USA. [email protected]

DOI: 10.1097/01.pec.0000177206.06527.17

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MeSH Terms: Adolescent, Child, Clinical Protocols, Diabetic Ketoacidosis, Emergency Nursing, Female, Humans, Hypoglycemic Agents, Insulin, Male, Pediatric Nursing, Treatment Outcome