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HHNS: Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic Nonketotic Syndrome

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HHNS: Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic Nonketotic Syndrome

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What prevents HHNS from progressing to ketosis?

Increased glucagon production

Increased insulin production (correct)

Decreased insulin production

Tissue hypoxia

What is the primary cause of osmotic diuresis in HHNS?

Hypernatremia

Tissue hypoxia

Hyperglycemia (correct)

Ketosis

What is the result of intracellular fluid and electrolyte shifts in HHNS?

Neurologic signs and symptoms (correct)

Renal failure

Tissue hypoxia

Cardiac failure

What can precipitate an episode of HHNS?

Chronic illness Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of increased blood viscosity in HHNS?

Decreased blood flow to organs Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical blood glucose level in a patient with Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic Nonketotic Syndrome (HHNS)?

600 to 1,200 mg/dL Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of fluid treatment in HHNS?

Replacing lost fluids and preventing dehydration Signup and view all the answers

Why is insulin administration less important in the treatment of HHNS compared to DKA?

Because acidosis is not a primary concern in HHNS Signup and view all the answers

How long does it typically take for neurologic symptoms to resolve in patients with HHNS?

3 to 5 days Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of nursing care for patients with HHNS?

Implementing strategies to prevent injury and maintain safety Signup and view all the answers

HHNS: Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic Nonketotic Syndrome

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Questions and Answers

What prevents HHNS from progressing to ketosis?

What is the primary cause of osmotic diuresis in HHNS?

What is the result of intracellular fluid and electrolyte shifts in HHNS?

What can precipitate an episode of HHNS?

What is the effect of increased blood viscosity in HHNS?

What is the typical blood glucose level in a patient with Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic Nonketotic Syndrome (HHNS)?

What is the primary focus of fluid treatment in HHNS?

Why is insulin administration less important in the treatment of HHNS compared to DKA?

How long does it typically take for neurologic symptoms to resolve in patients with HHNS?

What is the primary goal of nursing care for patients with HHNS?

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