Which of the Following is NOT a Symptom of Ketoacidosis

Question

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of ketoacidosis?
A) electrolyte imbalance
B) dehydration
C) fruity odor to breath
D) polyuria
E) decreased ventilation

Accepted Answer

Decreased ventilation is not a symptom of ketoacidosis. Instead, patients often experience increased respiratory rate as the body attempts to compensate for acidosis by expelling more carbon dioxide through the lungs.