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Healthcare training worksheet comparing symptoms of diabetic ketoacidosis and hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state with clinical diagnostic criteria.
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DKA vs HHS: Differentiating Diabetic Emergencies

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This healthcare training worksheet helps nursing and medical students differentiate between diabetic ketoacidosis and hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state. Students sort 15 clinical symptoms and diagnostic indicators—including blood glucose ranges, ketone levels, onset patterns, and complications—to each condition or mark both when overlap occurs. Useful for endocrinology units, clinical assessment practice, or exam preparation.

Subject:
Professional Training
Topic:
Healthcare
Grade Level:
College – Adult Education
Updated August 2026

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  • BGL can exceed 1,000
  • Can start with a BGL of 250+
  • Coma/Death can occur
  • Dehydration
  • Dry skin
  • Ketones in urine
  • Kussmaul respirations
  • No or minimal ketones
  • pH indicates acidosis
  • Potential cause: infection
  • Potential cause: rationing insulin
  • Rapid onset (hours or a day)
  • Slow onset (days to weeks)
  • Type 1
  • Type 2

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