The nurse is caring for a 72-year-old patient with type 2 di…
The nurse is caring for a 72-year-old patient with type 2 diabetes who is brought to the emergency department by family. The family reports increasing confusion, extreme thirst, frequent urination, and weakness over the past several days. Assessment findings include dry mucous membranes, poor skin turgor, heart rate 118/min, blood pressure 92/54 mmHg, and decreased level of consciousness. Laboratory results show: Blood glucose: 824 mg/dL Serum osmolality: elevated Urine ketones: negative Serum potassium: 3.4 mEq/L Which condition does the nurse suspect?
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