RN2800

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1. DKA help

   RN2800 replied to Alisonisayoshi's topic in Student Assist

   Yes, its still DKA, and the AG you calculated in not accurate, its 20 and not 14. The Pt has overcompensated by blowing off CO2. The bicarb is normally lower. Sounds like a Pt on day 2 or day three whose kideneys have responded and recovering bicarb ...

2. DKA Priorities

   RN2800 replied to hiddencatRN's topic in Student Assist

   Hello, I have read online recently on EMCRIT that fluids are certainly first, and that the urgent need for rehydration and electrolyte replacement depends on the severity of dehydration. A patient with DKA who delays treatment, has a secondary infect...

3. Nurses, It's Time: Find a Happy Place Amidst Chaos

   RN2800 replied to Jacqueline.Damm's topic in Stress 101

   good point. a little attitude adjustment can make a big impact.