Diabetic ketoacidosis. Diabetic ketoacidosis is a life-threatening problem that affects people with diabetes. It occurs when the body cannot use sugar (glucose) as a fuel source because there is no insulin or not enough insulin. Fat is used for fuel instead.
end-of-life care. 1  multidimensional and multidisciplinary physical, emotional, and spiritual care of the patient with terminal illness, including support of family and caregivers.
End of Life: The Cessation of Food and Water. We have noted in our End of Life section on this Web site resources that better inform and prepare individuals who may be experiencing death for the first time. We also provide links to organizations that seek to help prepare an individual for the passing of a loved one.