Hypoglycemia Flashcards
1
Q
When is hypoglycemia resulting for insulin excess more likely to occur?
A
At times of day when insulin action is peaking
2
Q
What are the rec’d doses for glucagon?
A
Adults and children >20 kg: 1 mg SQ or IM
Children <20 kg: 0.5 mg SQ or IM or 20-30 mcg per kg of body weight
3
Q
What side effects are associated w/ glucagon?
A
N/V; therefore, person should be placed on their side to prevent choking/aspiration of vomit
4
Q
What is a potential drawback of using combo oral medications to treat DM?
A
May cost more then each drug separately, therefore, provider must weight risk/benefit of using combo meds
5
Q
What is drug drug interaction called?
A
Pharmokinetic interaction
6
Q
What is a drug disease interaction called?
A
pharmoacodynamic interaction
