Describe pathophysiology as it relates to dka

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In relation to each cue that you identify, describe its pathophysiology as it relates to DKA?

Identified cues:

Three days of fever
Vomiting and nausea along with diarrhea
Unable to tolerate food
Unsteadiness and the requirement to aid in wheelchair
Warm and flushed skin
Fruity and sweet-smelling breath
Drowsiness and inability to respond to questions
Complaints of thirst but inability to maintain water intake, only with small sips
Due to inability to eat, patient has not taken insulin

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