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The client is a 28-year-old female with insulin-dependent diabetes. what can cause her to develop viral gastroenteritis?
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A virus : Viral gastroenteritis implies a viral infection. Usually self-limiting; however, she may need a hospital if blood sugars go up too much, if she develops dka, low blood sugars, dehydration. She should contact her doctor if she can't hold anything down.
Answered 12/9/2013
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