23K views · 164 reactions | Kussmaul respirations are fast, deep breaths that occur in response to metabolic acidosis. Kussmaul respirations happen when the body tries to remove carbon dioxide, an acid, from the body by quickly breathing it out. Diabetic ketoacidosis is the most common cause of Kussmaul respirations. | Kamran Ahmad | Facebook

🟡 Hyperglycemia vs Hypoglycemia – MORE Informative NCLEX Golden Points 🔴 HYPERGLYCEMIA (High Blood Sugar) 📊 Blood glucose: >180 mg/dL. 🔑 Key Clinical Clues (NCLEX Favorite) • “Hot & Dry = Sugar High” •3 P’s: Polyuria, Polydipsia, Polyphagia • Dry skin, dehydration, dry mouth • Fruity (acetone) breath deep rapid breathing (Kussmaul) → DKA • Blurred vision, headache, fatigue • Numbness/tingling (neuropathy sign). ⚠️ Emergency Red Flags • DKA: Glucose >250 mg/dL ketones metabolic acidosis • HHS