Glucose Gel Flashcards
1
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Glucose Gel - Mechanism of Action
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Provides a source of glucose that can be easily swallowed and is rapidly absorbed.
Absorbed in the stomach and small intestine.
Rapidly metabolised by cells.
2
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Glucose Gel - Indications
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Hypoglycaemia (if patient is conscious enough to swallow).
Hypoglycaemia in neonates.
3
Q
Glucose Gel - Contraindications
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None
4
Q
Glucose Gel - Cautions
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None.
5
Q
Glucose Gel - Dosage
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10 - 20g for all ages.
Administer one sachet and repeat every 10 mins if hypoglacemia persists or recurs.
6
Q
Glucose Gel - Side effects
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None.
7
Q
Glucose Gel - Onset of effect
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5-10 minutes
8
Q
Glucose Gel - Duration of effect
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30-60 minutes
9
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Glucose Gel - Preparation
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Sachet containing 10-20g of glucose
10
Q
Glucose Gel - Repeats
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Administer 1 sachet every 10 mins if required.
