Oral Glucose

Question 1

Oral Glucose Class?

Answer 1

Carbohydrate

Question 2

Oral Glucose Action?

Answer 2

Directly increases blood glucose levels

Question 3

Oral Glucose Indications?

Answer 3

Known or suspected hypoglycemia

Question 4

Oral Glucose Contraindications?

Answer 4

Unconscious, unable to swallow, unable to protect airway. Use caution with
ALOC.

Question 5

Oral Glucose Onset/Duration?

Answer 5

Onset: 10-20 min
Duration: Variable depending on dose

Question 6

Oral Glucose Dose/Route?

Answer 6

Adult: 15 g buccal, variable depending on manufacturer

Peds: Same as adult

Question 7

Oral Glucose Side Effects?

Answer 7

Hyperglycemia, nausea/vomiting

Question 8

Oral Glucose Note*

Answer 8

Place glucose on tongue blade, administer glucose between cheek and gum.