Hypoglycaemia Flashcards
1
Q
What is hypoglycaemia?
A
Low blood sugar < 4 mmol/L
2
Q
Symptoms of hypoglycaemia
A
Fatigue Shaking Dizziness Palpitations Irritatability Pale Hungry Sweating Tingling lips
3
Q
Immediate Treatment of hypoglycaemia
A
150-200ml of OJ or 3-4 heaped teaspoons sugar dissolved in water.
Recheck after 15 mins.
Up to three times.
4
Q
Follow up treatment- hypoglycaemia
A
Once BM over 4mmol/L give long acting carb such as piece of bread, cereal, milk or next meal if due.
5
Q
Other interventions of hypoglycaemia
A
Continue to monitor BM for 24-48 hours.
Give next insulin dose.
Find out reason for hypo.
