Endocrinology: How does tx of DKA cause hypoglycemia?

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How does tx of DKA cause hypoglycemia?

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with hydration and insulin since glucose fall rapidly (more than ketone) so we stop giving insulin before pt stops being acidotic 
To prevent it change NS to D/NS IV when sugar falls <250 mg/dl with giving insulin IV

Endocrinology

How does tx of DKA cause hypoglycemia?

With hydration and insulin since glucose fall rapidly (more than ketone) so we stop giving insulin before pt stops being acidotic To prevent it change NS to D/NS IV when sugar falls <250 mg/dl with giving insulin IV

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