D50W (Dextrose 50%, Oral Glucose)

Question 1

Classification

Answer 1

Carbohydrate

Question 2

Mechanism of Action

Answer 2

• Increases blood glucose concentrations

Question 3

Indications

Answer 3

• Hypoglycemia

Question 4

Contraindications

Answer 4

• Intracranial & intraspinal hemorrhage
• Delirium tremens
• Solution is not clear
• Seals are not intact

Question 5

Adverse Effects

Answer 5

• Hyperglycemia
• Warmth
• Burning with IV infusion

Question 6

Administration

Answer 6

• 25g (50mL) IV/IO
• Oral Glucose, various concentrations