tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3371899141978390888.post1142040366984833557..comments2009-08-16T16:54:13.520+06:00MDguyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09371964622635501229noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3371899141978390888.post-52088803381017598602009-08-16T16:54:13.520+06:002009-08-16T16:54:13.520+06:00Quick question: Why is hypercapnia listed as an expected finding for DKA? I Would expect hypocapnia due to the kussmaul breathing in an attempt to compensate for the metabolic acidosis. That is, unless that patient was decompensating and in respiratory failure. Is my understanding of this correct?<br /><br /> I am studying for my boards and have found your site very helpful, thank you for all the info you post!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com