GIRFT interactive pathways

DKA/HHS not present

1st fast-acting insulin administration*
  • check ketones (if not done already)
  • proceed to give stat s/c fast-acting insulin as per table 1 (e.g. Novorapid/ Humalog/ Apidra)
  • Consider IV fluid 1L-500ml 0.9% NaCl stat followed by >100ml/hr oral/IV
  • If clinically stable move to SDEC/ ACU
*Consider cause (for which admission may be necessary)

 

  • cardiac event
  • underlying infection
  • pregnancy 
  • active foot disease
  • steroids (JBDS guidance)
  • other
Reassess after 2hrs