Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 65%
Simulated
A client with Type 2 diabetes is brought into the emergency room in an unresponsive state. A diagnosis of hyperglycemic hyperosmolar nonketotic coma (HHNK) is made. The nurse prepares for the administration of which initial therapy?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
HHNK is characterized by severe dehydration due to osmotic diuresis from hyperglycemia, making IV saline solution the initial therapy to restore intravascular volume.