Glucagon Flashcards
1
Q
Dose for Glucagon
A
1mg
2
Q
How is Glucagon supplied
A
1/2 powder & sterile water= 1mg mixed
3
Q
Indication for Glucagon
A
Hypoglycemia
Must be A+O & able to swallow
4
Q
Class for Glucagon
A
hormone (antihypoglycemic agent)
5
Q
Actions for Glucagon
A
- causes breakdown of glycogen to glucose
2. elevates BGL
6
Q
Route for Glucagon
A
IM (intramuscular)