ENDOCRINE: HYPOGLYCEMIA Flashcards

1
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Hypoglycemia

Level

A

70 or below

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Hypoglycemia

S/S

Mnemonic

A

He H/A

is Irritiablity/sweating

T Tired

I Irritability: Dizzy/Confused/Anxious

R Restless: Shakiness

E Excessive Hunger

D Depression, Diaphorsis

Hunger
Shakiness
Dizziness
Confusion
Difficulty speaking
Feeling anxious or weak

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3
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Hypoglycemia

s/s of Mild Hypoglycemia

A
  • Hunger
  • Nervousness
  • Palpatations
  • Sweating
  • Tachycardia
  • Tremor
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4
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Hypoglycemia

s/s of Moderate Hypoglycemia

A
  • Confusion
  • Double vision
  • Drowsinesss
  • Emotional changes
  • H/A
  • Impaired coordination
  • Decrease concentration
  • Irritational or combative behavior
  • Light headedness
  • Numbness of lips and tongue
  • Slurred speech
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5
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Hypoglycemia

s/s of severe Hypoglycemia

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  • Difficulty arousing
  • Disoriented behavior
  • Loss of consciousness
  • Seizures
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