A diabetic client has just come to the emergency department…
A diabetic client has just come to the emergency department with a 3 day history of nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. The client has a fruity odor to the breath and states that the most recent blood sugar reading was 396mg/dL. The last set of vital signs is: 99.2 F, pulse 102 beats per minute, respiratory rate 36 breaths per minute, blood pressure 92/70 mmHg, and oxygen saturation 92%. The physician has entered the following orders. Please indicate if the order is indicated, contraindicated, or non-essential to treat this condition. 1. Implement 1200mL fluid restriction 2. Regular insulin drip at 0.1U/kg/hr 3. Monitor potassium levels and call physician if