Oral Glucose
by
lorenabueno
Last updated 5 years ago
Discipline:
Health & Fitness Subject:
Health
Grade:
12


Medication Names:Generic: Oral GlucoseTrade: InstaGlucose, Glutose, GlucoBurst Glucose Gel
Oral Glucose
Administration:-Follow local protocols, and call medical control if necessary.1. Apply tongue depressor on victim's tongue, apply the oral glucose in between the inside of the cheek, and the gums.
Lorena Bueno and Matther Abril
Medication Form:Gel, from a tube.
Indications:-An altered mental status-A history of diabetes controlled by medications, such as insulin-The ability to swallow
Dosage:One 15-gram tube or 1/3 of a 45-gram tube
Contraindication:Don't administer oral glucose to victims who are:-Unresponsive-Unable to swallow
Side Effects:There are no side effects if administered properly. Patients without a gag reflex may aspirate or the airway may become obstructed.
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