NCLEX PN Practice Tests Practice Question
The nurse is caring for a client with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). Which of the following acid-base imbalances would the nurse expect to assess in this client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: DKA causes metabolic acidosis due to excess ketone production from fat breakdown. Alkalosis and respiratory imbalances are not typical in DKA.
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