SA081P - DKA in the ER - Part 2

Monday, February 20, 2023

10:35 AM – 11:25 AM

Location: South Seas F, Level 3

Earn 1 CE Hours

Co-Presenter(s)

Andrea A. Monnig, DVM, DACVECC (she/her/hers)

Director, Critical ER Education
Veterinary Emergency Group White Plains VQ
Nashville, TN, United States

Handouts
Rita Hanel, DVM, DACVECC, DACVIM (INT MED) (she/her/hers)

Senior Director, Clinical Academy Programs
Raleigh, NC, United States
Jaime Rechy, Jr., DVM, DACVR

Chief of Radiology
Veterinary Emergency Group
Franklin, TN, United States
Anusha Balakrishnan, BVSc, DACVECC

Director, Emergency Certificate Education
Veterinary Emergency Group
Stamford, Connecticut, United States

Moderator(s)

Tamera Chan, DVM

In Home Euthanasia and ER Veterinarian
PEACEFUL PAWS VETERINARY INC.
Van Nuys, CA, United States

During this two part interactive case discussion we will examine the evidence as it pertains to the management of diabetic ketoacidosis. Following a brief review of disease pathophysiology, we will discuss the ins-and-outs of making an appropriate fluid prescription, management of electrolyte and acid-base derangements, and insulin administration and glucose monitoring strategies. Additionally, we will discuss nutritional support and management of comorbidities.

Learning Objectives:

Describe the clinical definitions of diabetic ketoacidosis and hyperglycemic hyperosmolar syndrome
Review disease pathophysiology of diabetic ketoacidosis and hyperglycemic hyperosmolar syndrome
Outline strategies for fluid therapy, managment of electrolyte deranagment, insulin therapy, and management of comorbidities.
Review prognostic indicator of for DKA and HHS.