Saunders NCLEX (DM QUESTION AND ANSWERS

Saunders NCLEX (DM) Qs  The nurse is caring for a client with a diagnosis of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). Which assessment findings are consistent with this diagnosis? Select all that apply. 1. Polyuria 2. Polydipsia 3. Polyphagia 4. Dry mouth 5. Flushed, dry skin 6. Moist mucous membranes Rationale: Clinical manifestations of DKA include polyuria (frequent urination); polydipsia (excessive thirst); polyphagia (excessive hunger); dry mouth; and flushed, dry skin. The client with DKA experiences dehydration.  The emergency department nurse is reviewing the laboratory test results for a client suspected of having diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). Which laboratory result should the nurse expect to note in this disorder? 1 . Serum pH of 9.0 2 . Absent ketones in the urine