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A patient with type 2 diabetes mellitus, lethargy, and a blood glucose level of 650 mg/dL has been diagnosed with hyperglycemic hyperosmolar syndrome. The nurse monitors this patient for the development of which complication?
1. Hyperkalemia
2. Seizures
3. Metabolic acidosis
4. Fluid volume overload
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Rationale 1: HHS results in a substantial loss of electrolytes.
Rationale 2: HHS is associated with severe neurological changes secondary to profound dehydration.
Rationale 3: Acidosis is usually not seen with this type of diabetes because sufficient insulin is produced to prevent lipolysis and ketogenesis.
Rationale 4: HHS results is osmotic diuresis and resultant dehydration.

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Your answer eliminated any doubt I had, thanks
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