Introduction

Fig 10: The trinity of managing paediatric DKA: intravenous fluids, potassium and insulin

 

The management of DKA is largely dependant upon three factors:

1. Intravenous fluid therapy:

  • Volume of fluid required
  • Type of fluid required

2. Potassium

3. Insulin:

  • Intravenous
  • Subcutaneous