Glucose Gel Flashcards
1
Q
Indications for glucose gel
A
- Hypoglycaemia in adults/children able to swallow
- Hypoglycaemia in Neonates
2
Q
Contraindications/Cautions
A
NONE
3
Q
Action of glucose
A
Easily swallowed and rapidly absorbed
4
Q
Glucose gel dosage
A
10 - 20mg all ages
5
Q
Glucose side effects/onset time
A
side effect = None
onset time = 5 - 10mins
