Hyperglycemia- cause osmotic diuresis creating shifting of electrolytes with losses in potassium, sodium, phosphate and water. Colostomy losses can be:
O Mild- loss of 1to 2 liters/2% of the body weight
O Moderat- loss of 3-5liters/5% of the body weight
O Severe-6-10 L of water/8-% of body weight