The nurse is caring for a patient with type 1 diabetes who was admitted with complaints of increased lethargy.Serum laboratory values validate the diagnosis of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) .Which medical intervention would the nurse expect to be ordered for this patient?
A) Extensive hydration
B) Oral hypoglycemic agents
C) Large doses of intravenous (IV) insulin
D) Limiting food and fluids
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