Disparities in Adherence to Pediatric Diabetic Ketoacidosis Management Guidelines Across a Spectrum of Emergency Departments in the State of Indiana: An Observational In Situ Simulation-Based Study.

Background: Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a common presentation to an emergency department (ED), with the majority presenting to community EDs. Adherence to clinical guidelines in these EDs can reduce morbidity and mortality. Few methods to describe practice gaps for DKA management have been reported.