93. A patient with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is receiving insulin drip. The nurse observes the patient’s blood glucose rapidly decreasing, but the patient remains lethargic. What is the critical nursing action?
A.
Increase insulin drip rate
B.
Monitor potassium levels closely and prepare for potassium replacement if needed, as insulin shifts potassium intracellularly
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C.
Stop the insulin drip
D.
Administer oral glucose
📖 Additional Information
Increase insulin drip rate
Monitor potassium levels closely and prepare for potassium replacement if needed, as insulin shifts potassium intracellularly
