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A Patient Is Admitted with Severe Hyperglycemia

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A patient is admitted with severe hyperglycemia.The patient is very lethargic and has a "fruity" odor to his breath.The nurse knows the odor on the patient's breath is indicative of which situation?


A) Alcohol intoxication
B) Lack of sodium bicarbonate
C) Hypokalemia
D) Presence of acetone

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