Hypoglycaemia

Question 1

What is Hypoglycaemia

Answer 1

Lack of blood glucose in the blood. BGL less than 4mmol/L. Results in impaired neurological function and may present with symptoms ranging from vagueness to unconsciousness.

Question 2

Hypoglycaemia Symptoms

Answer 2

• Altered GCS
• Abnormal behaviour
• Drowsiness
• Pallor
• Diaphoresis

Question 3

Hypoglycaemia Management

Answer 3

• Glucose paste 15g or other sugary foods if pt is able to follow command
• If pt not able to follow command administer IM Glucagon 1 IU
  - weight <25kg = 0.5ml
  - weight >25kg = 1ml
• If no response consider MICA