Glucose 40% Flashcards
1
Q
Presentation
A
Plastic tube containing 25g glucose and 40% oral gel
2
Q
Indications
A
Hypoglycaemia in a conscious patient
3
Q
Cautions
A
Risk of choking or aspiration
4
Q
Side effects
A
None
5
Q
Initial dose
A
10-20 grams
6
Q
Repeat dose
A
10 grams
7
Q
Max dose
A
2 tubes which is 20g
8
Q
Dose interval
A
5 minutes
