A 45-year-old client with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) presen…

A 45-year-old client with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) presents with Kussmaul respirations, fruity breath odor, and confusion. Laboratory results reveal a blood glucose of 450 mg/dL, pH of 7.1, and serum potassium of 5.8 mEq/L. Which statement correctly differentiates between finding data patterns and data interpretation?