Arapid drop in blood glucose, especially duringDKA treatment, can result incerebral edema—a life-threatening complication. Symptoms includebradycardia, irregular respirations, altered mental status, andwidened pulse pressuredue to increased intracranial pressure.
“A drop in serum glucose >100 mg/dL/hr in DKA increases risk for cerebral edema. Monitor for bradycardia, abnormal breathing, and neurologic decline.”
(Referenced from CCRN Pediatric – Direct Care: Endocrine, DKA and Cerebral Edema Monitoring)
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