Glucose 10% Flashcards
1
Q
Presentation
A
500ml pack of 10%
2
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Indications
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Hypoglycaemia with blood sugars below 4
3
Q
When to give glucose 10%
A
When oral administration is not available
4
Q
Actions
A
Reversal of hypoglycaemia to patients who haven’t responded to IM glucose in 10 minutes .
5
Q
Cautions
A
Flush the IV line thoroughly with 0.9% sodium chloride
6
Q
Dosage
A
10 grams glucose in 100ml
Max does is 300ml glucose
