CAT 1 Glucose Gel Flashcards
What is glucogel
Glucose is a simple sugar and found abundantly in the human diet
Glucose is one of the primary sources of fuel for our body and brain
Indications of glucose
Known or suspected hypoglycaemia in a conscious patient where there is no risk of choking
Rapid increase in blood glucose through buccal aspiration
Side effects of glucogel
No side effects
Contraindications of glucogel
No contraindications
Presentation and administration of glucogel
Plastic tube containing 25g glucose, 40%gel
Encourage pt to squeeze the medication into their mouth, assist if required but beware of patients consciousness level
Further treatment with glucogel
No limit of repeat dose
If pt is unresponsive to treatment then IV 10% glucose