A patient with type 1 diabetes who is ill seeks advice from the nurse. For which statement should the nurse encourage the patient to seek medical attention? Select all that apply.

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1. Patients with diabetes should be instructed to seek medical advice when diarrhea is present for more than 6 hours.
2. Patients with diabetes should be instructed to seek medical advice when there are signs of dehydration, such as a dry mouth.
3. The patient should seek medical attention for ketones being present in the urine for more than 12 hours.
4. The patient should seek medical attention for a high fever that lasts for more than one day. A temperature of 99 degrees Fahrenheit is not a high fever.
5. Patients with diabetes should be instructed to seek medical advice when vomiting is present for more than 6 hours.

A Patient with Type 1 Diabetes Who Is Ill Seeks