A 16-year-old presents at the emergency room with altered mental status, bradycardia, and cardiac dysrhythmia caused by uncontrolled diabetes mellitus. What acid-base imbalance is most likely occurring in this client?

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Metabolic acidosis is most likely occurring in this client due to the accumulation of ketoacids as a result of uncontrolled diabetes mellitus. This condition leads to a decrease in blood pH.

A 16-Year-Old Presents at the Emergency Room with Altered Mental