Question

A 25-year-old type 1 diabetic presents with polyuria, polydipsia, and blood gases showing pH 7.2, low bicarbonate, and raised ketones. According to NICE, what is the immediate first step in managing diabetic ketoacidosis?

Accepted Answer

Intravenous fluids (0.9% saline)

Answer

Intravenous insulin bolus

Answer

Bicarbonate infusion

Answer

Oral fluids

Answer

Subcutaneous insulin injection

Practice question

A 25-year-old type 1 diabetic presents with polyuria, polydipsia, and blood gases showing pH 7.2, low bicarbonate, and raised ketones. According to NICE, what is the immediate first step in managing diabetic ketoacidosis?