A real case of Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) & Management

A real case of Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) & Management

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Biology

10th - 12th Grade

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The video discusses a case of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) in a 17-year-old girl. It covers her symptoms, including impaired consciousness and dehydration, and the diagnostic process involving blood sugar, ketone bodies, and acidosis tests. The treatment involved fluid therapy, insulin administration, and careful monitoring to prevent complications like cerebral edema. The DKA was triggered by a urinary tract infection, which was treated with antibiotics.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What complications can arise from insulin therapy in the treatment of DKA?

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What was identified as the trigger for the patient's diabetic ketoacidosis?

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