Question

A 58-year-old with DKA is improving; anion gap has closed and patient is tolerating oral intake. What transition strategy is recommended?

Accepted Answer

Overlap subcutaneous basal insulin by 1-2 hours before stopping infusion

Answer

Stop insulin infusion and discharge

Answer

Stop infusion and start prandial insulin only

Answer

No insulin needed after gap closes

Answer

Continue infusion for 24 hours regardless

Practice question

A 58-year-old with DKA is improving; anion gap has closed and patient is tolerating oral intake. What transition strategy is recommended?