In DKA management, when would you consider phosphate replacement, and what level would trigger it?

In DKA management, when would you consider phosphate replacement, and what level would trigger it?

• A. When phosphate drops below 1 mg/dL or symptomatic; monitor phosphate.
• B. Always replace phosphate at start.
• C. Never replace phosphate in DKA.
• D. Replace only if potassium is normal.

Answer: (A)