hat Is HHNS?
Hyperosmolar refers to increased osmosis, or heightened passage of fluids through the cell walls, causing increased urine output. Hyperglycemic means blood sugar levels are too high. (HHNS generally occurs when blood glucose levels reach 600 mg/dl or more.) Nonketotic references the lack of ketones excreted in the urine, meaning that fat is not being metabolized for energy. Syndrome simply means these three medical issues are occurring together.