Hypoglycaemia Flashcards
1
Q
What is hypoglycaemia?
A
Blood glucose <4mmol/L
2
Q
What is mild hypoglycaemia?
A
Patient is conscious, alert and able to swallow
3
Q
What is the management for mild hypoglycaemia?
A
Dextrose tabs
Orange juice
4
Q
How often should you recheck blood sugar?
A
10-15 minutes
5
Q
What is moderate hypoglycaemia?
A
Patient is conscious but confused and able to swallow
6
Q
How do you manage moderate hypoglycaemia?
A
Glucogel
7
Q
How many times can you repeat initial stages of treatment?
A
3
8
Q
What is severe hypoglycaemia?
A
Patient unconscious/fitting or very aggressive
9
Q
What is the management of severe hypoglycaemia?
A
IM glucagon 1mg ONCE
10
Q
What do you give in severe hypoglycaemia if still low?
A
75-100mls 20% dextrose IV over 15 minutes
11
Q
What do you follow first line treatment with?
A
20g carbs
