History of vomiting-weakness and increased thirst

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A patient with type one diabetes presents to the emergency department with a two day history of vomiting, weakness, increased thirst, and increased urination. Serum electrolyte results include sodium of 155 mEq/L, potassium 3.0 mEq/L, glucose 550mg/dL, and sodium bicarb 10 mEq/L. Which intervention would the nurse make?

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