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A child with diabetes mellitus is observed to have cold symptoms. What signs and symptoms will alert parents of the possibility of ketoacidosis? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Chest congestion
  b. Ear pain
  c. Fruity breath
  d. Hyperactivity
  e. Nausea

Question 2

What makes keeping diabetes in control in an adolescent difficult? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Hormonal changes
  b. Developmental conflicts
  c. Preference for fast food
  d. Growth spurts
  e. Knowledge of disease


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Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C, E
Symptoms of ketoacidosis are compared with those of hypoglycemia. Signs and symptoms include a fruity odor to the breath, nausea, decreased level of consciousness and dehydration. Lab values include ketonuria, decreased serum bicarbonate concentration (decreased CO2 levels) and low pH, and hypertonic dehydration.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, C, D
The adolescent who is in a growth spurt and filled with raging hormones resents and denies the need to be dependent on a medication. Medication schedules and diet restrictions do not correlate well with the adolescent's lifestyle of eating fast foods. Denial of disease is prevalent in the adolescent.


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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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:D TYSM

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