Level 6

Hospital for Treatment

DKA is a medical emergency that requires hospital treatment. The goal is to restore fluids, give insulin, and correct electrolyte changes.

• 💧 IV fluids — Replace fluid lost from severe dehydration.
• 💉 IV insulin — Lowers glucose and stops the body from producing more ketones.
• 🔋 Electrolytes — Potassium and other electrolytes are monitored and replaced when needed.

Treatment starts quickly because DKA can become dangerous fast.