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A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). Which of the following is the priority intervention by the nurse?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D: Administer 0.9% sodium chloride. The priority intervention in DKA is fluid resuscitation to correct dehydration and electrolyte imbalances. 0.9% sodium chloride helps restore intravascular volume and improves kidney perfusion. Checking potassium levels (
A) is important but can wait until after fluid resuscitation. Beginning bicarbonate infusion (
B) is not recommended as it can worsen acidosis. Initiating continuous IV insulin infusion (
C) is important but should follow fluid resuscitation. Administering 0.9% sodium chloride takes precedence in managing DKA.

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