Glucagon Flashcards

1
Q

Dose for Glucagon

A

1mg

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2
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How is Glucagon supplied

A

1/2 powder & sterile water= 1mg mixed

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3
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Indication for Glucagon

A

Hypoglycemia

Must be A+O & able to swallow

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4
Q

Class for Glucagon

A

hormone (antihypoglycemic agent)

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5
Q

Actions for Glucagon

A
  1. causes breakdown of glycogen to glucose

2. elevates BGL

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6
Q

Route for Glucagon

A

IM (intramuscular)

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