Glucometer Skill Flashcards
1
Q
BSI SCENE SAFETY
A
2
Q
You have a 80 yr old pt with type 2 diabetes with AMS how do you check the pt blood sugar
A
Turn on glucometer
Insert strip then take out half way to stop the monitor
Clean pt with alcohol wipe
Use lancet to poke pt finger
Collect blood sample with strip
3
Q
What is the normal range of an adult sugar level
A
80-120
4
Q
What number do you treat hypoglycemia
A
Below 60
5
Q
If they can’t swallow what can you give them
A
Oral glucose
6
Q
Dose of oral glucose
A
1G/KG max of 50G
