How does a 'hyperglycemic hyperosmolar state' (HHS) differ from DKA?
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Correct answer: HHS occurs in type 2 diabetes: severe hyperglycemia and profound dehydration, minimal ketosis
HHS is commonly seen in type 2 diabetes with severe hyperglycemia, dehydration, and minimal ketosis, unlike DKA.
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