Question

A 28-year-old with suspected DKA has K+ 2.9 mEq/L. What should be done before starting insulin infusion?

Accepted Answer

Replete potassium to >3.3 mEq/L

Answer

Start insulin immediately

Answer

Give bicarbonate routinely

Answer

Restrict fluids until K+ normalizes

Answer

Administer calcium gluconate

Practice question

A 28-year-old with suspected DKA has K+ 2.9 mEq/L. What should be done before starting insulin infusion?