DIABETIC EMERGANCIES

Question 1

3 types of diabetic emergencies ?

Answer 1

1) hyperglycaemia
2) diabetic ketoacidosis
3) hyperglycaemic hyperosmolar non ketonic syndrome

Question 2

Considerations for severe hyperglycaemia ?

Answer 2

• do not leave patient unattended
• remember ABCDE
• treat patient accordingly
• follow up
• documentation
• follow trust policy

Question 3

Hyperglycaemia ?

Answer 3

High blood sugar

Question 4

Hypoglycaemia ?

Answer 4

Low blood sugar