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Diagnosis and Treatment of Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
Dr. Justin Yen discusses the characteristics, symptoms, causes, risk factors, and treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) in the emergency department. He emphasizes the importance of suspicion and highlights key aspects of insulin therapy, potassium management, and the use of sodium bicarbonate for severe acidemia.
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