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Which methods of insulin administration would be used in the initial treatment of hyperglycemia in a client with diabetic ketoacidosis?

Asked by Santepro, Last updated: Feb 02, 2024

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Answered Oct 27, 2018

IV bolus. followed by continuous infusion.

An IV bolus of insulin is given initially to control the hyperglycemia; followed by a continuous infusion. titrated to control blood glucose. After the client is stabilized. subcutaneous insulin is given. Insulin is never given intramuscularly.
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