Chapter 5 - Glucose 40% Oral Gel Flashcards
1
Q
Presentation?
A
Plastic tube containing 10 grams of glucose 40% in 25 grams of oral gel.
2
Q
Indications?
A
Known or suspected hypoglycaemia in a conscious patient where there is no risk of aspiration.
3
Q
Actions?
A
Rapid increase in blood glucose levels via buccal absorption.
4
Q
Cautions?
A
Altered consciousness - place gel soaked gauze swab and place between patients lip and gum to aid absorption.
5
Q
Side effects?
A
None.
6
Q
Contraindications?
A
None.
7
Q
Administration?
A
Buccal - measure BM after each dose.
8
Q
Initial dose?
A
10 grams.
9
Q
Repeat dose?
A
10 grams.
10
Q
Dose interval?
A
5 minutes.
11
Q
Volume?
A
1 tube.
12
Q
Max dose?
A
No limit.
