Oral Glucose Flashcards
1
Q
Indication
A
Altered mental status in a known diabetic
Altered mental status (AMS) in a patient with a blood glucose of less than 60
2
Q
Dosage
A
15 g (whole tube)
3
Q
Administration
A
Patient may self administer orally, or use a tongue depressor to place solution in the patient’s mouth between cheek and gum
4
Q
Contraindications
A
Unconscious
Unable to swallow
5
Q
Side effects
A
None.
