An elderly client being treated for type 2 diabetes mellitus begins to experience lethargy, weakness, and polyuria while recovering from cataract surgery. The nurse would suspect the client is developing hyperosmolar hyperglycemic nonketotic syndrome when which of the following is assessed? (Select all that apply.)
A) Blood glucose level 450 mg/dL
B) No ketones in the urine
C) Serum sodium 145 mEq/L
D) Serum osmolality 320 mOsm/kg
E) Blood pressure 120/68 mmHg
F) Heart rate 78 beats per minute
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