ATI RN
ATI n269 Med Surg Exam Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has diabetic ketoacidosis. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Acetone odor to breath is a hallmark sign of diabetic ketoacidosis. The body breaks down fats for energy, producing ketones, which are released in the breath, giving it a fruity or acetone-like odor.
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