What is the intial step in resolving Diabetic Ketoacidosis?

- Rehydration is the initial step in resolving diabetic ketoacidosis.

Normal saline is the initial IV rehydration fluid. NPH insulin is never administered by the IV route. Dextrose solutions are added to the treatment when the blood glucose level reaches an acceptable level. Intravenously administered potassium may be required, depending on the potassium level, but would not be part of the initial treatment.