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A Practical Guide to the Management of Diabetic Ketoacidosis in Adults

Author(s) -

Alison Evans,

Martin Taylor

Publication year - 2002

Publication title -

acute medicine journal

Language(s) - English

Resource type - Journals

SCImago Journal Rank - 0.14

H-Index - 12

eISSN - 1747-4892

pISSN - 1747-4884

DOI - 10.52964/amja.0008

Subject(s) - diabetic ketoacidosis , medicine , intensive care medicine , ketoacidosis , diabetes management , insulin , acidosis , diabetes mellitus , medical emergency , type 1 diabetes , type 2 diabetes , anesthesia , endocrinology

Diabetic ketoacidosis is a life-threatening medical emergency which requires prompt diagnosis and treatment. Understanding the mechanism by which lack of insulin causes dehydration and acidosis is helpful in managing this condition. Numerous guidelines exist to improve management but adherence to guidelines is often poor. This guide aims to provide practical advice for the doctors and nurses involved in the immediate management of these patients.

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