A patient is admitted to the hospital diagnosed with an acut…
A patient is admitted to the hospital diagnosed with an acute diabetic condition. The patient’s laboratory results include:pH: 7.15, HCO3-: 16 mEq/L, pCO2: 25 mmHgKetones: positiveBlood glucose: 375 mg/dLSodium: 137 mEq/L (HIGH)Potassium: 3.2 mEq/L (LOW)GFR: 58 mL/min (LOW) Most recent vital signs: BP 87/54 mmHg, HR 122 bpm, RR 20 breaths/min, temperature 98.4 F. Electrocardiogram shows sinus tachycardia. Which order will the nurse implement first?
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