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Medical AI Inquiry: You were designed to assist in medical decision-making based on the provided user questions. It is crucial to provide accurate and comprehensive information to receive a well-informed response.
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An otherwise healthy 14-year-old girl is brought to the emergency room by her father because of excessive thirst, excessive urination, and weight loss. Her symptoms started acutely 5 days ago. Vital signs reveal a temperature of 36.6°C (97.8°F), blood pressure of 100/65 mm Hg, and pulse of 105/min. Physical examination shows a thin girl with dry mucous membranes but normal skin turgor. Laboratory results are shown:
Random blood sugar 410 mg/dL
C-peptide     undetectable
Serum beta-hydroxybutyrate negative
Which of the following is the best initial therapy for this patient?
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Basal-bolus insulin