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• #1 Hypoglycemia – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK534841/

  Hypoglycemia is often defined by a plasma glucose concentration below 70 mg/dL; however, signs and symptoms may not occur until plasma glucose concentrations drop below 55 mg/dL. […] This activity reviews the evaluation and management of hypoglycemia and highlights the interprofessional team’s role in educating patients with this condition about follow-up care. […] Identification of a hypoglycemic patient is critical due to potential adverse effects, including coma or death. Severe hypoglycemia can be treated with intravenous (IV) dextrose followed by an infusion of glucose. […] Nonpharmacological management of recurrent hypoglycemia involves patient education and lifestyle changes. […] Patient education remains a pivotal component in the prevention of hypoglycemic episodes. Focus on preventing hypoglycemia should include patient education on signs and symptoms that constitute hypoglycemia and early recognition of these signs and symptoms.

• #2 Hypoglycemia: Nursing Diagnosis & Interventions | Nurse.com

  https://www.nurse.com/clinical-guides/hypoglycemia/?srsltid=AfmBOorLSdKSkGF-0M4uCma7XjHvKJS2Ahp-hCzDH8mrL1hWO4u65s9I

  Hypoglycemia refers to low blood glucose, specifically a blood sugar below 70 mg/dL. Low blood glucose is common among people with both type 1 and type 2 diabetes who take insulin or other diabetes medications. […] Management and treatment of hypoglycemia will depend on the cause as well as the severity. In the case of a hypoglycemic event, treatment may include the following: Administering 15 grams of carbohydrates (a glass of orange juice, a tube of glucose gel, or glucose tablets) and recheck of the individuals blood glucose level in 15 minutes. If symptoms remain mild, this process is repeated until the individuals blood sugar is at a normal level above 70 mg/dL. […] Use the nursing process to develop a plan of care for individuals. The nursing assessment (with common findings listed), diagnoses, interventions, expected outcomes, and education for hypoglycemia are listed below.

• #3 Low blood sugar – self-care: MedlinePlus Medical EncyclopediaLock

  https://medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000085.htm

  Low blood sugar is a condition that occurs when your blood sugar (glucose) is lower than normal. Low blood sugar may occur in people with diabetes who are taking insulin or certain other medicines to control their diabetes. Low blood sugar can cause dangerous symptoms. Learn how to recognize the symptoms of low blood sugar and how to prevent them. […] Low blood sugar is called hypoglycemia. A blood sugar level below 70 mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L) is low and can harm you. A blood sugar level below 54 mg/dL (3.0 mmol/L) is a cause for immediate action. […] Know how to tell when your blood sugar is getting low. Symptoms include: Weakness or feeling tired, Shaking, Sweating, Headache, Hunger, Feeling uneasy, nervous, or anxious, Feeling cranky, Trouble thinking clearly, Double or blurry vision, Fast or pounding heartbeat.

• #4 Diabetes – low blood sugar – self-care Information | Mount Sinai – New York

  https://www.mountsinai.org/health-library/selfcare-instructions/diabetes-low-blood-sugar-self-care

  Low blood sugar is called hypoglycemia. A blood sugar level below 70 mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L) is low and can harm you. A blood sugar level below 54 mg/dL (3.0 mmol/L) is a cause for immediate action. […] Know how to tell when your blood sugar is getting low. Symptoms include: Weakness or feeling tired, Shaking, Sweating, Headache, Hunger, Feeling uneasy, nervous, or anxious, Feeling cranky, Trouble thinking clearly, Double or blurry vision, Fast or pounding heartbeat. […] Preventing low blood sugar is better than having to treat it. Always have a source of fast-acting sugar with you. […] Check your blood sugar whenever you have symptoms of low blood sugar. If your blood sugar is below 70 mg/dL, treat yourself right away. […] If you use insulin and your blood sugar is frequently or consistently low, ask your provider or nurse if you: Are injecting your insulin the right way, Need a different type of needle, Should change how much insulin you take, Should change the kind of insulin you take. […] If signs of low blood sugar do not improve after you have eaten a snack that contains sugar, have someone drive you to the emergency room or call 911 or the local emergency number. Do not drive when your blood sugar is low.

• #5 Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar): Symptoms & Treatment

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/11647-hypoglycemia-low-blood-sugar

  Hypoglycemia requires immediate treatment by eating or drinking sugar/carbohydrates. Severe hypoglycemia can be life-threatening and requires treatment with emergency glucagon and/or medical intervention. […] Severe hypoglycemia is life-threatening. It needs immediate medical treatment. In rare cases, severe hypoglycemia that isn’t treated can result in a coma and/or death. […] Severe hypoglycemia episodes require the use of emergency glucagon. This is a synthetic form of glucagon that you can administer as an injection or nasal powder (dry nasal spray), depending on the type. Synthetic glucagon triggers your liver to release stored glucose, which then raises blood sugar. […] If you have diabetes or another condition that causes hypoglycemia, wear a medical alert necklace or bracelet or carry a medical ID. That way, people know how to help you in case of an emergency. […] Always have emergency glucagon on hand. Educate your loved ones on how and when to use it.

• #6 Neonatal hypoglycaemia

  https://www.rch.org.au/rchcpg/hospital_clinical_guideline_index/Neonatal_hypoglycaemia/

  Hypoglycaemia is the most common metabolic disorder of the neonate, and occurs in 5-15% of all neonates. Untreated hypoglycaemia has a high mortality rate, and prolonged or severe neonatal hypoglycaemia can result in brain injury and adverse neurological outcomes; which may impact the neonate well into childhood. […] This guideline will provide information about the risk factors, clinical signs, investigations, and treatment of neonatal hypoglycaemia. […] Most neonates with hypoglycaemia are initially asymptomatic, and therefore, early detection of hypoglycaemia is based on surveillance of neonates who have risk factors for hypoglycaemia. […] Clinical signs of neonatal hypoglycaemia may also be shared or similar to the clinical signs of other conditions such as sepsis of asphyxia. […] All neonatal admissions presenting with risk factors for hypoglycaemia should have a CBG or a TBG on admission or if there is any clinical signs of hypoglycaemia. […] When a neonate is hypoglycaemic prompt treatment is the goal. The aim of the treatment is to quickly bring the neonates BGL greater than 2.6mmol/L. […] Education for family members regarding hypoglycaemia is an important aspect of the neonates holistic care.

• #7 Hypoglycemia: Nursing Diagnoses & Care Plans | NurseTogether

  https://www.nursetogether.com/hypoglycemia-nursing-diagnosis-care-plan/

  Hypoglycemia is the most common side effect of insulin therapy. Ensure patients understand their insulin regimen, including proper dosage and when and how to administer insulin. […] Consistently low blood glucose levels cause poor blood flow to the brain and other organs. […] Nursing Diagnosis: Ineffective Tissue Perfusion […] Expected outcomes: Patient will maintain optimal perfusion as evidenced by the following: Absence of changes in the level of consciousness, No alterations in sensation, Palpable peripheral pulses, Absence of palpitations. […] Risk for unstable blood glucose levels can be applied to patients who have difficulty maintaining normal glucose levels, resulting in hypoglycemia and other health conditions. […] Nursing Diagnosis: Risk for Unstable Blood Glucose […] Expected outcomes: Patient will be able to maintain glucose levels within normal limits. Patient will be able to verbalize knowledge of energy requirements. Patient will be able to modify behavior and lifestyle to maintain blood glucose levels within normal limits.

• #8 Severe Hypoglycemia | Endocrine Society

  https://www.endocrine.org/patient-engagement/endocrine-library/severe-hypoglycemia

  Glucose, the primary type of sugar in the blood, is the main source of energy for the body and the brain. When blood glucose is low, the body doesnt have the fuel to function the right way. If blood glucose drops really low, the person is not able to function because physical and mental changes occur. They can have seizures or become unconscious. […] Hypoglycemia is the medical term used when the amount of glucose (sugar) in someones blood is lower than 70 mg/dL, with symptoms and signs noted above. Hypoglycemia typically resolves when the individual eats or drinks juice, sugar, or other simple carbohydrates. […] Hypoglycemia is a very dangerous situation, but a person can take steps to prevent it. If severe hypoglycemia does occur, quick action is needed. If not, it can lead to death.

• #9

  https://myhealth.alberta.ca/Health/aftercareinformation/pages/conditions.aspx?hwid=abo5888

  Hypoglycemia means that your blood sugar is low and your body (especially your brain) is not getting enough fuel. […] If you have problems with severe low blood sugar, or are unable to swallow, someone else may have to give you a shot of glucagon. This is a hormone that raises blood sugar levels quickly. […] Follow-up care is a key part of your treatment and safety. Be sure to make and go to all appointments, and call your doctor or nurse advice line if you are having problems.

• #10 Hypoglycemia: Nursing Diagnoses & Care Plans | NurseTogether

  https://www.nursetogether.com/hypoglycemia-nursing-diagnosis-care-plan/

  Hypoglycemia is low blood glucose. Patients who have diabetes may have episodes of hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia due to the body’s inability to produce or regulate insulin. Hypoglycemia is most likely to occur in diabetic patients due to the misadministration of insulin. […] Hypoglycemia can also occur in patients who are not diabetic due to causes such as excessive alcohol use, malnutrition, and chronic conditions that affect the liver. […] The nursing assessment focuses on the patient’s physical and mental symptoms. A thorough history of dietary habits, comorbidities, and medications is also necessary. […] Nursing interventions include health teaching about the following: Causes of hypoglycemia, Need for diagnostic tests, Recording and evaluation of symptoms, Administration of antidiabetic medications, Causes and prevention of hypoglycemia, Reinforcing dietary advice and limitations.

• #11 Hypoglycemia: Nursing Diagnoses & Care Plans | NurseTogether

  https://www.nursetogether.com/hypoglycemia-nursing-diagnosis-care-plan/

  Hypoglycemia is low blood glucose. Patients who have diabetes may have episodes of hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia due to the body’s inability to produce or regulate insulin. Hypoglycemia is most likely to occur in diabetic patients due to the misadministration of insulin. […] Hypoglycemia can also occur in patients who are not diabetic due to causes such as excessive alcohol use, malnutrition, and chronic conditions that affect the liver. […] The nursing assessment focuses on the patient’s physical and mental symptoms. A thorough history of dietary habits, comorbidities, and medications is also necessary. […] Nursing interventions include health teaching about the following: Causes of hypoglycemia, Need for diagnostic tests, Recording and evaluation of symptoms, Administration of antidiabetic medications, Causes and prevention of hypoglycemia, Reinforcing dietary advice and limitations.

• #12 Diabetic hypoglycemia – Symptoms & causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/diabetic-hypoglycemia/symptoms-causes/syc-20371525

  Inform people you trust about hypoglycemia. If others know what symptoms to look for, they might be able to alert you to early symptoms. […] If you have symptoms of hypoglycemia several times a week or more, see your health care provider. You may need to change your medication dosage or timing, or otherwise adjust your diabetes treatment regimen. […] Common causes of diabetic hypoglycemia include: taking too much insulin or diabetes medication, not eating enough, postponing or skipping a meal or snack, increasing exercise or physical activity without eating more or adjusting your medications, drinking alcohol. […] Maintaining the balance between insulin, food and activity isn’t always easy. But your health care provider, certified diabetes care and education specialist, and registered dietitian can work with you to try to prevent low blood sugar levels.

• #13 Diabetic hypoglycemia – Symptoms & causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/diabetic-hypoglycemia/symptoms-causes/syc-20371525

  Inform people you trust about hypoglycemia. If others know what symptoms to look for, they might be able to alert you to early symptoms. […] If you have symptoms of hypoglycemia several times a week or more, see your health care provider. You may need to change your medication dosage or timing, or otherwise adjust your diabetes treatment regimen. […] Common causes of diabetic hypoglycemia include: taking too much insulin or diabetes medication, not eating enough, postponing or skipping a meal or snack, increasing exercise or physical activity without eating more or adjusting your medications, drinking alcohol. […] Maintaining the balance between insulin, food and activity isn’t always easy. But your health care provider, certified diabetes care and education specialist, and registered dietitian can work with you to try to prevent low blood sugar levels.

• #14 Diabetic hypoglycemia – Symptoms & causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/diabetic-hypoglycemia/symptoms-causes/syc-20371525

  Inform people you trust about hypoglycemia. If others know what symptoms to look for, they might be able to alert you to early symptoms. […] If you have symptoms of hypoglycemia several times a week or more, see your health care provider. You may need to change your medication dosage or timing, or otherwise adjust your diabetes treatment regimen. […] Common causes of diabetic hypoglycemia include: taking too much insulin or diabetes medication, not eating enough, postponing or skipping a meal or snack, increasing exercise or physical activity without eating more or adjusting your medications, drinking alcohol. […] Maintaining the balance between insulin, food and activity isn’t always easy. But your health care provider, certified diabetes care and education specialist, and registered dietitian can work with you to try to prevent low blood sugar levels.

• #15 Diabetic hypoglycemia – Symptoms & causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/diabetic-hypoglycemia/symptoms-causes/syc-20371525

  Inform people you trust about hypoglycemia. If others know what symptoms to look for, they might be able to alert you to early symptoms. […] If you have symptoms of hypoglycemia several times a week or more, see your health care provider. You may need to change your medication dosage or timing, or otherwise adjust your diabetes treatment regimen. […] Common causes of diabetic hypoglycemia include: taking too much insulin or diabetes medication, not eating enough, postponing or skipping a meal or snack, increasing exercise or physical activity without eating more or adjusting your medications, drinking alcohol. […] Maintaining the balance between insulin, food and activity isn’t always easy. But your health care provider, certified diabetes care and education specialist, and registered dietitian can work with you to try to prevent low blood sugar levels.

• #16 Hypoglycemia – Diagnosis and treatment – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hypoglycemia/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20373689

  If a medication is the cause of your hypoglycemia, your health care provider will likely suggest adding, changing or stopping the medication or adjusting the dosage. […] If you have diabetes and you’re having repeated episodes of hypoglycemia, or if your blood sugar levels are dropping significantly, talk with your health care provider to find out how you might need to change your diabetes treatment plan. […] Provide your diabetes treatment information if you have diabetes. Include the timing and results of recent blood sugar tests, as well as the schedule on which you’ve been taking your medications, if any.

• #17 Hypoglycemia: Nursing Diagnoses & Care Plans | NurseTogether

  https://www.nursetogether.com/hypoglycemia-nursing-diagnosis-care-plan/

  Hypoglycemia is low blood glucose. Patients who have diabetes may have episodes of hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia due to the body’s inability to produce or regulate insulin. Hypoglycemia is most likely to occur in diabetic patients due to the misadministration of insulin. […] Hypoglycemia can also occur in patients who are not diabetic due to causes such as excessive alcohol use, malnutrition, and chronic conditions that affect the liver. […] The nursing assessment focuses on the patient’s physical and mental symptoms. A thorough history of dietary habits, comorbidities, and medications is also necessary. […] Nursing interventions include health teaching about the following: Causes of hypoglycemia, Need for diagnostic tests, Recording and evaluation of symptoms, Administration of antidiabetic medications, Causes and prevention of hypoglycemia, Reinforcing dietary advice and limitations.

• #18 Hypoglycemia: Nursing Diagnoses & Care Plans | NurseTogether

  https://www.nursetogether.com/hypoglycemia-nursing-diagnosis-care-plan/

  Hypoglycemia is low blood glucose. Patients who have diabetes may have episodes of hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia due to the body’s inability to produce or regulate insulin. Hypoglycemia is most likely to occur in diabetic patients due to the misadministration of insulin. […] Hypoglycemia can also occur in patients who are not diabetic due to causes such as excessive alcohol use, malnutrition, and chronic conditions that affect the liver. […] The nursing assessment focuses on the patient’s physical and mental symptoms. A thorough history of dietary habits, comorbidities, and medications is also necessary. […] Nursing interventions include health teaching about the following: Causes of hypoglycemia, Need for diagnostic tests, Recording and evaluation of symptoms, Administration of antidiabetic medications, Causes and prevention of hypoglycemia, Reinforcing dietary advice and limitations.

• #19 Hypoglycemia: Nursing Diagnoses & Care Plans | NurseTogether

  https://www.nursetogether.com/hypoglycemia-nursing-diagnosis-care-plan/

  Hypoglycemia is low blood glucose. Patients who have diabetes may have episodes of hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia due to the body’s inability to produce or regulate insulin. Hypoglycemia is most likely to occur in diabetic patients due to the misadministration of insulin. […] Hypoglycemia can also occur in patients who are not diabetic due to causes such as excessive alcohol use, malnutrition, and chronic conditions that affect the liver. […] The nursing assessment focuses on the patient’s physical and mental symptoms. A thorough history of dietary habits, comorbidities, and medications is also necessary. […] Nursing interventions include health teaching about the following: Causes of hypoglycemia, Need for diagnostic tests, Recording and evaluation of symptoms, Administration of antidiabetic medications, Causes and prevention of hypoglycemia, Reinforcing dietary advice and limitations.

• #20 Risk for Unstable Blood Glucose Levels (Hyperglycemia & Hypoglycemia) Nursing Diagnosis & Care Plan – Nurseslabs

  https://nurseslabs.com/risk-unstable-blood-glucose-level/

  Take advantage of this comprehensive nursing care plan and management guide to effectively provide care for clients with unstable blood glucose levels, whether they are experiencing hyperglycemia or hypoglycemia. This guide will equip you with valuable knowledge about conducting thorough nursing assessments, implementing evidence-based nursing interventions, establishing appropriate goals, and identifying nursing diagnoses associated with unstable blood glucose levels. […] Hypoglycemia, otherwise, occurs most often as the result of excess insulin administration in the person with diabetes mellitus. It may also occur in a person who has excessive alcohol intake, prolonged fasting, starvation states, adrenal insufficiency, and eating disorders such as anorexia nervosa. Low blood glucose levels after meals may be linked to gastric bypass surgery or excess consumption of refined carbohydrates and are the result of increased insulin production. The glucose level at which an individual becomes symptomatic is highly variable, although a plasma glucose level of less than 50 mg/dL is generally considered the threshold.

• #21 Risk for Unstable Blood Glucose Levels (Hyperglycemia & Hypoglycemia) Nursing Diagnosis & Care Plan – Nurseslabs

  https://nurseslabs.com/risk-unstable-blood-glucose-level/

  Take advantage of this comprehensive nursing care plan and management guide to effectively provide care for clients with unstable blood glucose levels, whether they are experiencing hyperglycemia or hypoglycemia. This guide will equip you with valuable knowledge about conducting thorough nursing assessments, implementing evidence-based nursing interventions, establishing appropriate goals, and identifying nursing diagnoses associated with unstable blood glucose levels. […] Hypoglycemia, otherwise, occurs most often as the result of excess insulin administration in the person with diabetes mellitus. It may also occur in a person who has excessive alcohol intake, prolonged fasting, starvation states, adrenal insufficiency, and eating disorders such as anorexia nervosa. Low blood glucose levels after meals may be linked to gastric bypass surgery or excess consumption of refined carbohydrates and are the result of increased insulin production. The glucose level at which an individual becomes symptomatic is highly variable, although a plasma glucose level of less than 50 mg/dL is generally considered the threshold.

• #22 Risk for Unstable Blood Glucose Levels (Hyperglycemia & Hypoglycemia) Nursing Diagnosis & Care Plan – Nurseslabs

  https://nurseslabs.com/risk-unstable-blood-glucose-level/

  Take advantage of this comprehensive nursing care plan and management guide to effectively provide care for clients with unstable blood glucose levels, whether they are experiencing hyperglycemia or hypoglycemia. This guide will equip you with valuable knowledge about conducting thorough nursing assessments, implementing evidence-based nursing interventions, establishing appropriate goals, and identifying nursing diagnoses associated with unstable blood glucose levels. […] Hypoglycemia, otherwise, occurs most often as the result of excess insulin administration in the person with diabetes mellitus. It may also occur in a person who has excessive alcohol intake, prolonged fasting, starvation states, adrenal insufficiency, and eating disorders such as anorexia nervosa. Low blood glucose levels after meals may be linked to gastric bypass surgery or excess consumption of refined carbohydrates and are the result of increased insulin production. The glucose level at which an individual becomes symptomatic is highly variable, although a plasma glucose level of less than 50 mg/dL is generally considered the threshold.

• #23 Management of Severe Hypoglycemia at the End of Life in Non-Diabetic Patients: A Case Study and Recommendations | Gonzalez | Journal of Medical Cases

  https://www.journalmc.org/index.php/JMC/article/view/2260/1626

  We present a case of a patient with metastatic synovial cell sarcoma of the lung with paraneoplastic production of insulin like growth factor (ILG-F) whose main symptom was generalized weakness due to severe hypoglycemia, and we also provide a brief discussion of the management of hypoglycemia at the end of life. […] When blood glucose level falls below 70 mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L), most patients begin to exhibit symptoms of hypoglycemia, both sympathetic (tachycardia, palpitations, diaphoresis, and tremulousness) and parasympathetic (nausea and hunger). […] Hypoglycemia is confirmed by documentation of Whipples triad: symptoms suggesting of hypoglycemia, a low plasma glucose concentration at the time of symptoms and resolution of the symptoms after the plasma glucose level is raised. […] Hypoglycemia at the end of life has not been widely reported in the palliative medicine literature.

• #24 Tips to Prevent Blood Sugar from Dropping at Night

  https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/HealthU/2019/10/10/5-tips-to-prevent-blood-sugar-from-dropping-at-night/

  Hypoglycemia, also known as low blood sugar or low blood glucose, occurs when blood glucose levels drop below normal which is typically below a level of 70 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL). […] Treatment for hypoglycemia involves both the immediate steps needed to raise your blood sugar level in addition with the later treatment or medication dose adjustment to prevent recurrence. […] To immediately raise your blood sugar level, Dr. Shah advocates the rule of 15 eating 15 grams of carbohydrates and then checking your blood sugar level 15 minutes later. […] If hypoglycemic episodes are frequent and left unaddressed, Dr. Shah explains that patients can put themselves at risk for several medical problems including cognitive impairment, dizziness or weakness, cardiovascular disease, and poor glucose control.

• #25 Risk for Unstable Blood Glucose Levels (Hyperglycemia & Hypoglycemia) Nursing Diagnosis & Care Plan – Nurseslabs

  https://nurseslabs.com/risk-unstable-blood-glucose-level/

  The following are the nursing priorities for clients with unstable blood glucose levels: Risk for hypoglycemia. Hypoglycemia can be life-threatening if left untreated. Nursing interventions should focus on preventing hypoglycemic episodes through regular blood glucose monitoring, ensuring timely administration of insulin or oral hypoglycemic agents, and educating the client and the family about the signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia. […] Assess for signs of hypoglycemia. Manifestations of hypoglycemia may depend on every individual but are consistent in the same individual. The signs are the result of both increased adrenergic activity and decreased glucose delivery to the brain. The client may experience tachycardia, diaphoresis, tremors, dizziness, headache, fatigue, hunger, and visual changes.

• #26 Low blood sugar – self-care: MedlinePlus Medical EncyclopediaLock

  https://medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000085.htm

  Low blood sugar is a condition that occurs when your blood sugar (glucose) is lower than normal. Low blood sugar may occur in people with diabetes who are taking insulin or certain other medicines to control their diabetes. Low blood sugar can cause dangerous symptoms. Learn how to recognize the symptoms of low blood sugar and how to prevent them. […] Low blood sugar is called hypoglycemia. A blood sugar level below 70 mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L) is low and can harm you. A blood sugar level below 54 mg/dL (3.0 mmol/L) is a cause for immediate action. […] Know how to tell when your blood sugar is getting low. Symptoms include: Weakness or feeling tired, Shaking, Sweating, Headache, Hunger, Feeling uneasy, nervous, or anxious, Feeling cranky, Trouble thinking clearly, Double or blurry vision, Fast or pounding heartbeat.

• #27 Low blood sugar – self-care: MedlinePlus Medical EncyclopediaLock

  https://medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000085.htm

  Low blood sugar is a condition that occurs when your blood sugar (glucose) is lower than normal. Low blood sugar may occur in people with diabetes who are taking insulin or certain other medicines to control their diabetes. Low blood sugar can cause dangerous symptoms. Learn how to recognize the symptoms of low blood sugar and how to prevent them. […] Low blood sugar is called hypoglycemia. A blood sugar level below 70 mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L) is low and can harm you. A blood sugar level below 54 mg/dL (3.0 mmol/L) is a cause for immediate action. […] Know how to tell when your blood sugar is getting low. Symptoms include: Weakness or feeling tired, Shaking, Sweating, Headache, Hunger, Feeling uneasy, nervous, or anxious, Feeling cranky, Trouble thinking clearly, Double or blurry vision, Fast or pounding heartbeat.

• #28 Risk for Unstable Blood Glucose Levels (Hyperglycemia & Hypoglycemia) Nursing Diagnosis & Care Plan – Nurseslabs

  https://nurseslabs.com/risk-unstable-blood-glucose-level/

  The following are the nursing priorities for clients with unstable blood glucose levels: Risk for hypoglycemia. Hypoglycemia can be life-threatening if left untreated. Nursing interventions should focus on preventing hypoglycemic episodes through regular blood glucose monitoring, ensuring timely administration of insulin or oral hypoglycemic agents, and educating the client and the family about the signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia. […] Assess for signs of hypoglycemia. Manifestations of hypoglycemia may depend on every individual but are consistent in the same individual. The signs are the result of both increased adrenergic activity and decreased glucose delivery to the brain. The client may experience tachycardia, diaphoresis, tremors, dizziness, headache, fatigue, hunger, and visual changes.

• #29 Low blood sugar – self-care: MedlinePlus Medical EncyclopediaLock

  https://medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000085.htm

  Low blood sugar is a condition that occurs when your blood sugar (glucose) is lower than normal. Low blood sugar may occur in people with diabetes who are taking insulin or certain other medicines to control their diabetes. Low blood sugar can cause dangerous symptoms. Learn how to recognize the symptoms of low blood sugar and how to prevent them. […] Low blood sugar is called hypoglycemia. A blood sugar level below 70 mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L) is low and can harm you. A blood sugar level below 54 mg/dL (3.0 mmol/L) is a cause for immediate action. […] Know how to tell when your blood sugar is getting low. Symptoms include: Weakness or feeling tired, Shaking, Sweating, Headache, Hunger, Feeling uneasy, nervous, or anxious, Feeling cranky, Trouble thinking clearly, Double or blurry vision, Fast or pounding heartbeat.

• #30 Low blood sugar – self-care: MedlinePlus Medical EncyclopediaLock

  https://medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000085.htm

  Low blood sugar is a condition that occurs when your blood sugar (glucose) is lower than normal. Low blood sugar may occur in people with diabetes who are taking insulin or certain other medicines to control their diabetes. Low blood sugar can cause dangerous symptoms. Learn how to recognize the symptoms of low blood sugar and how to prevent them. […] Low blood sugar is called hypoglycemia. A blood sugar level below 70 mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L) is low and can harm you. A blood sugar level below 54 mg/dL (3.0 mmol/L) is a cause for immediate action. […] Know how to tell when your blood sugar is getting low. Symptoms include: Weakness or feeling tired, Shaking, Sweating, Headache, Hunger, Feeling uneasy, nervous, or anxious, Feeling cranky, Trouble thinking clearly, Double or blurry vision, Fast or pounding heartbeat.

• #31 Diabetes – low blood sugar – self-care Information | Mount Sinai – New York

  https://www.mountsinai.org/health-library/selfcare-instructions/diabetes-low-blood-sugar-self-care

  Low blood sugar is called hypoglycemia. A blood sugar level below 70 mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L) is low and can harm you. A blood sugar level below 54 mg/dL (3.0 mmol/L) is a cause for immediate action. […] Know how to tell when your blood sugar is getting low. Symptoms include: Weakness or feeling tired, Shaking, Sweating, Headache, Hunger, Feeling uneasy, nervous, or anxious, Feeling cranky, Trouble thinking clearly, Double or blurry vision, Fast or pounding heartbeat. […] Preventing low blood sugar is better than having to treat it. Always have a source of fast-acting sugar with you. […] Check your blood sugar whenever you have symptoms of low blood sugar. If your blood sugar is below 70 mg/dL, treat yourself right away. […] If you use insulin and your blood sugar is frequently or consistently low, ask your provider or nurse if you: Are injecting your insulin the right way, Need a different type of needle, Should change how much insulin you take, Should change the kind of insulin you take. […] If signs of low blood sugar do not improve after you have eaten a snack that contains sugar, have someone drive you to the emergency room or call 911 or the local emergency number. Do not drive when your blood sugar is low.

• #32 Diabetes – low blood sugar – self-care Information | Mount Sinai – New York

  https://www.mountsinai.org/health-library/selfcare-instructions/diabetes-low-blood-sugar-self-care

  Low blood sugar is called hypoglycemia. A blood sugar level below 70 mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L) is low and can harm you. A blood sugar level below 54 mg/dL (3.0 mmol/L) is a cause for immediate action. […] Know how to tell when your blood sugar is getting low. Symptoms include: Weakness or feeling tired, Shaking, Sweating, Headache, Hunger, Feeling uneasy, nervous, or anxious, Feeling cranky, Trouble thinking clearly, Double or blurry vision, Fast or pounding heartbeat. […] Preventing low blood sugar is better than having to treat it. Always have a source of fast-acting sugar with you. […] Check your blood sugar whenever you have symptoms of low blood sugar. If your blood sugar is below 70 mg/dL, treat yourself right away. […] If you use insulin and your blood sugar is frequently or consistently low, ask your provider or nurse if you: Are injecting your insulin the right way, Need a different type of needle, Should change how much insulin you take, Should change the kind of insulin you take. […] If signs of low blood sugar do not improve after you have eaten a snack that contains sugar, have someone drive you to the emergency room or call 911 or the local emergency number. Do not drive when your blood sugar is low.

• #33 Low blood sugar – self-care: MedlinePlus Medical EncyclopediaLock

  https://medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000085.htm

  Low blood sugar is a condition that occurs when your blood sugar (glucose) is lower than normal. Low blood sugar may occur in people with diabetes who are taking insulin or certain other medicines to control their diabetes. Low blood sugar can cause dangerous symptoms. Learn how to recognize the symptoms of low blood sugar and how to prevent them. […] Low blood sugar is called hypoglycemia. A blood sugar level below 70 mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L) is low and can harm you. A blood sugar level below 54 mg/dL (3.0 mmol/L) is a cause for immediate action. […] Know how to tell when your blood sugar is getting low. Symptoms include: Weakness or feeling tired, Shaking, Sweating, Headache, Hunger, Feeling uneasy, nervous, or anxious, Feeling cranky, Trouble thinking clearly, Double or blurry vision, Fast or pounding heartbeat.

• #34 Risk for Unstable Blood Glucose Levels (Hyperglycemia & Hypoglycemia) Nursing Diagnosis & Care Plan – Nurseslabs

  https://nurseslabs.com/risk-unstable-blood-glucose-level/

  The following are the nursing priorities for clients with unstable blood glucose levels: Risk for hypoglycemia. Hypoglycemia can be life-threatening if left untreated. Nursing interventions should focus on preventing hypoglycemic episodes through regular blood glucose monitoring, ensuring timely administration of insulin or oral hypoglycemic agents, and educating the client and the family about the signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia. […] Assess for signs of hypoglycemia. Manifestations of hypoglycemia may depend on every individual but are consistent in the same individual. The signs are the result of both increased adrenergic activity and decreased glucose delivery to the brain. The client may experience tachycardia, diaphoresis, tremors, dizziness, headache, fatigue, hunger, and visual changes.

• #35 Diabetes – low blood sugar – self-care Information | Mount Sinai – New York

  https://www.mountsinai.org/health-library/selfcare-instructions/diabetes-low-blood-sugar-self-care

  Low blood sugar is called hypoglycemia. A blood sugar level below 70 mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L) is low and can harm you. A blood sugar level below 54 mg/dL (3.0 mmol/L) is a cause for immediate action. […] Know how to tell when your blood sugar is getting low. Symptoms include: Weakness or feeling tired, Shaking, Sweating, Headache, Hunger, Feeling uneasy, nervous, or anxious, Feeling cranky, Trouble thinking clearly, Double or blurry vision, Fast or pounding heartbeat. […] Preventing low blood sugar is better than having to treat it. Always have a source of fast-acting sugar with you. […] Check your blood sugar whenever you have symptoms of low blood sugar. If your blood sugar is below 70 mg/dL, treat yourself right away. […] If you use insulin and your blood sugar is frequently or consistently low, ask your provider or nurse if you: Are injecting your insulin the right way, Need a different type of needle, Should change how much insulin you take, Should change the kind of insulin you take. […] If signs of low blood sugar do not improve after you have eaten a snack that contains sugar, have someone drive you to the emergency room or call 911 or the local emergency number. Do not drive when your blood sugar is low.

• #36 Diabetic hypoglycemia – Symptoms & causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/diabetic-hypoglycemia/symptoms-causes/syc-20371525

  Diabetic hypoglycemia occurs when someone with diabetes doesn’t have enough sugar (glucose) in his or her blood. Glucose is the main source of fuel for the body and brain, so you can’t function well if you don’t have enough. […] Pay attention to the early warning signs of hypoglycemia and treat low blood sugar promptly. You can raise your blood sugar quickly by eating or drinking a simple sugar source, such as glucose tablets, hard candy or fruit juice. […] If diabetic hypoglycemia isn’t treated, signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia worsen and can include: confusion, unusual behavior or both, such as the inability to complete routine tasks, loss of coordination, difficulty speaking or slurred speech, blurry or tunnel vision, inability to eat or drink, muscle weakness, drowsiness. […] Severe hypoglycemia can lead to serious problems, including seizures or unconsciousness, that require emergency care.

• #37 Diabetic hypoglycemia – Symptoms & causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/diabetic-hypoglycemia/symptoms-causes/syc-20371525

  Diabetic hypoglycemia occurs when someone with diabetes doesn’t have enough sugar (glucose) in his or her blood. Glucose is the main source of fuel for the body and brain, so you can’t function well if you don’t have enough. […] Pay attention to the early warning signs of hypoglycemia and treat low blood sugar promptly. You can raise your blood sugar quickly by eating or drinking a simple sugar source, such as glucose tablets, hard candy or fruit juice. […] If diabetic hypoglycemia isn’t treated, signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia worsen and can include: confusion, unusual behavior or both, such as the inability to complete routine tasks, loss of coordination, difficulty speaking or slurred speech, blurry or tunnel vision, inability to eat or drink, muscle weakness, drowsiness. […] Severe hypoglycemia can lead to serious problems, including seizures or unconsciousness, that require emergency care.

• #38 Diabetes – low blood sugar – self-care Information | Mount Sinai – New York

  https://www.mountsinai.org/health-library/selfcare-instructions/diabetes-low-blood-sugar-self-care

  Low blood sugar is called hypoglycemia. A blood sugar level below 70 mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L) is low and can harm you. A blood sugar level below 54 mg/dL (3.0 mmol/L) is a cause for immediate action. […] Know how to tell when your blood sugar is getting low. Symptoms include: Weakness or feeling tired, Shaking, Sweating, Headache, Hunger, Feeling uneasy, nervous, or anxious, Feeling cranky, Trouble thinking clearly, Double or blurry vision, Fast or pounding heartbeat. […] Preventing low blood sugar is better than having to treat it. Always have a source of fast-acting sugar with you. […] Check your blood sugar whenever you have symptoms of low blood sugar. If your blood sugar is below 70 mg/dL, treat yourself right away. […] If you use insulin and your blood sugar is frequently or consistently low, ask your provider or nurse if you: Are injecting your insulin the right way, Need a different type of needle, Should change how much insulin you take, Should change the kind of insulin you take. […] If signs of low blood sugar do not improve after you have eaten a snack that contains sugar, have someone drive you to the emergency room or call 911 or the local emergency number. Do not drive when your blood sugar is low.

• #39 Diabetic hypoglycemia – Symptoms & causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/diabetic-hypoglycemia/symptoms-causes/syc-20371525

  Diabetic hypoglycemia occurs when someone with diabetes doesn’t have enough sugar (glucose) in his or her blood. Glucose is the main source of fuel for the body and brain, so you can’t function well if you don’t have enough. […] Pay attention to the early warning signs of hypoglycemia and treat low blood sugar promptly. You can raise your blood sugar quickly by eating or drinking a simple sugar source, such as glucose tablets, hard candy or fruit juice. […] If diabetic hypoglycemia isn’t treated, signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia worsen and can include: confusion, unusual behavior or both, such as the inability to complete routine tasks, loss of coordination, difficulty speaking or slurred speech, blurry or tunnel vision, inability to eat or drink, muscle weakness, drowsiness. […] Severe hypoglycemia can lead to serious problems, including seizures or unconsciousness, that require emergency care.

• #40 Diabetic hypoglycemia – Symptoms & causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/diabetic-hypoglycemia/symptoms-causes/syc-20371525

  Diabetic hypoglycemia occurs when someone with diabetes doesn’t have enough sugar (glucose) in his or her blood. Glucose is the main source of fuel for the body and brain, so you can’t function well if you don’t have enough. […] Pay attention to the early warning signs of hypoglycemia and treat low blood sugar promptly. You can raise your blood sugar quickly by eating or drinking a simple sugar source, such as glucose tablets, hard candy or fruit juice. […] If diabetic hypoglycemia isn’t treated, signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia worsen and can include: confusion, unusual behavior or both, such as the inability to complete routine tasks, loss of coordination, difficulty speaking or slurred speech, blurry or tunnel vision, inability to eat or drink, muscle weakness, drowsiness. […] Severe hypoglycemia can lead to serious problems, including seizures or unconsciousness, that require emergency care.

• #41 Diabetic hypoglycemia – Symptoms & causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/diabetic-hypoglycemia/symptoms-causes/syc-20371525

  Diabetic hypoglycemia occurs when someone with diabetes doesn’t have enough sugar (glucose) in his or her blood. Glucose is the main source of fuel for the body and brain, so you can’t function well if you don’t have enough. […] Pay attention to the early warning signs of hypoglycemia and treat low blood sugar promptly. You can raise your blood sugar quickly by eating or drinking a simple sugar source, such as glucose tablets, hard candy or fruit juice. […] If diabetic hypoglycemia isn’t treated, signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia worsen and can include: confusion, unusual behavior or both, such as the inability to complete routine tasks, loss of coordination, difficulty speaking or slurred speech, blurry or tunnel vision, inability to eat or drink, muscle weakness, drowsiness. […] Severe hypoglycemia can lead to serious problems, including seizures or unconsciousness, that require emergency care.

• #42 Diabetic hypoglycemia – Symptoms & causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/diabetic-hypoglycemia/symptoms-causes/syc-20371525

  Diabetic hypoglycemia occurs when someone with diabetes doesn’t have enough sugar (glucose) in his or her blood. Glucose is the main source of fuel for the body and brain, so you can’t function well if you don’t have enough. […] Pay attention to the early warning signs of hypoglycemia and treat low blood sugar promptly. You can raise your blood sugar quickly by eating or drinking a simple sugar source, such as glucose tablets, hard candy or fruit juice. […] If diabetic hypoglycemia isn’t treated, signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia worsen and can include: confusion, unusual behavior or both, such as the inability to complete routine tasks, loss of coordination, difficulty speaking or slurred speech, blurry or tunnel vision, inability to eat or drink, muscle weakness, drowsiness. […] Severe hypoglycemia can lead to serious problems, including seizures or unconsciousness, that require emergency care.

• #43 Diabetic hypoglycemia – Symptoms & causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/diabetic-hypoglycemia/symptoms-causes/syc-20371525

  Diabetic hypoglycemia occurs when someone with diabetes doesn’t have enough sugar (glucose) in his or her blood. Glucose is the main source of fuel for the body and brain, so you can’t function well if you don’t have enough. […] Pay attention to the early warning signs of hypoglycemia and treat low blood sugar promptly. You can raise your blood sugar quickly by eating or drinking a simple sugar source, such as glucose tablets, hard candy or fruit juice. […] If diabetic hypoglycemia isn’t treated, signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia worsen and can include: confusion, unusual behavior or both, such as the inability to complete routine tasks, loss of coordination, difficulty speaking or slurred speech, blurry or tunnel vision, inability to eat or drink, muscle weakness, drowsiness. […] Severe hypoglycemia can lead to serious problems, including seizures or unconsciousness, that require emergency care.

• #44 Diabetic hypoglycemia – Symptoms & causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/diabetic-hypoglycemia/symptoms-causes/syc-20371525

  Diabetic hypoglycemia occurs when someone with diabetes doesn’t have enough sugar (glucose) in his or her blood. Glucose is the main source of fuel for the body and brain, so you can’t function well if you don’t have enough. […] Pay attention to the early warning signs of hypoglycemia and treat low blood sugar promptly. You can raise your blood sugar quickly by eating or drinking a simple sugar source, such as glucose tablets, hard candy or fruit juice. […] If diabetic hypoglycemia isn’t treated, signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia worsen and can include: confusion, unusual behavior or both, such as the inability to complete routine tasks, loss of coordination, difficulty speaking or slurred speech, blurry or tunnel vision, inability to eat or drink, muscle weakness, drowsiness. […] Severe hypoglycemia can lead to serious problems, including seizures or unconsciousness, that require emergency care.

• #45 Know How to Handle Severe Hypoglycemia! – BETTER

  https://type1better.com/en/know-how-to-handle-severe-hypoglycemia/

  Hypoglycemia (blood sugar below 4.0 mmol/L) is not only the most common complication for people who take insulin, but also the one they fear the most. […] Identifying and treating hypoglycemia promptly is crucial for avoiding severe hypoglycemia. […] Severe hypoglycemia occurs when blood sugar levels fall so drastically (usually below 2.8 mmol/L) that another persons assistance is needed to treat it. […] In the event of severe hypoglycemia, urgent care is required, otherwise the person may lose consciousness or remain unconscious: this is called hypoglycemic coma. […] Low blood sugar that you are unable to treat on your own is the simplified definition proposed by patients. […] If the person is still able to swallow, severe hypoglycemia can be treated with carbs (sugars) taken by mouth with the help of another person.

• #46 Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment for Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Glucose) | American Diabetes Association

  https://diabetes.org/living-with-diabetes/hypoglycemia-low-blood-glucose/symptoms-treatment

  Since each person can experience the feelings of low blood glucose differently, there are a variety of symptoms that can be associated with a low. These signs and symptoms of a dropping blood glucose level can develop quickly. […] The only sure way to know whether you are experiencing low blood glucose is to check your with a glucose meter or CGM. If you are experiencing symptoms and you are unable to check your blood glucose, treat the suspected hypoglycemia. […] If you have hypoglycemia unawareness, you need to take extra care to monitor your blood glucose by checking it frequently. […] If you are experiencing a low, then you need to eat. Eating carbs is how you can raise your glucose levels. […] If your blood glucose is 70 mg/dL or below, try to follow the „15-15 Rule.” […] Consume 15 grams of fast-acting carbohydrates (carbs) to raise your blood glucose. Wait 15 minutes, then recheck your blood glucose again.

• #47

  https://www.nuhs.edu.sg/patient-care/find-a-condition/diabetes-mellitus/diabetes-complications/low-blood-sugar-hypoglycaemia

  Low blood sugar, or hypoglycaemia, occurs when the blood sugar levels drop below 4.0 mmol/L (70 mg/dl). It is important to: […] Treat it immediately to prevent it from becoming severe. […] If you suspect you are experiencing early symptoms of hypoglycaemia, take immediate steps to confirm and correct it. […] If blood sugar level remains low (less than 4 mmol/L) after two rounds of treatment, please seek medical attention. […] If the person with hypoglycaemia has become unconscious or drowsy: […] Call 995 for an ambulance immediately. […] If you are experiencing frequent hypoglycaemia, get in touch with your healthcare team for an earlier review. […] If you experience frequent and recurrent episodes of hypoglycaemia, you may develop a condition known as hypoglycaemia unawareness. This means that you either no longer experience warning symptoms of hypoglycaemia or have diminished symptoms. […] This condition increases your risk of severe hypoglycaemia. If you suspect you have hypoglycaemia unawareness, inform your healthcare team promptly.

• #48 Avoiding Nighttime Hypoglycemia | Joslin Diabetes Center

  https://joslin.org/news-stories/all-news-stories/education/2020/03/avoiding-nighttime-hypoglycemia

  Nighttime hypoglycemia can be the result of a number of factors in people with diabetes. It is important to learn what causes hypoglycemia (low glucose) in order to prevent it from happening. […] Having an active day or exercising close to bedtime with diabetes can lower glucose and cause hypoglycemic during sleep or overnight. Other factors that can put you at risk for nighttime hypoglycemia are too much basal (background) insulin or consuming alcohol in the evening. […] Signs that you’ve experienced nighttime hypoglycemia can include: Sweating: waking up with damp clothes/sheets, Waking up with a headache, Having nightmares, Feeling unusually tired in the morning, Waking up with a higher than usual glucose level. […] Check your glucose before going to bed. This could be either with your glucose meter or your continuous glucose monitoring device. Aim for a target of 90-150mg/dl. Know the signs and symptoms of nighttime hypoglycemia. […] If you find yourself experiencing frequent nighttime hypoglycemia you may need to adjust your insulin doses. Speak to your diabetes care team about adjusting your insulin regimen or things that you can do to avoid hypoglycemia whether it be overnight or anytime during the day.

• #49 Hypoglycemia: Practice Essentials, Background, Pathophysiology

  https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/122122-overview

  Hypoglycemia is characterized by a reduction in plasma glucose concentration to a level that may induce symptoms or signs such as altered mental status and/or sympathetic nervous system stimulation. This condition typically arises from abnormalities in the mechanisms involved in glucose homeostasis. The most common cause of hypoglycemia in patients with diabetes is injecting a shot of insulin and skipping a meal or overdosing insulin. […] Rapid diagnosis and treatment is essential in any patient with suspected hypoglycemia, regardless of the cause. The Whipple triad is characteristically present: documentation of low blood sugar, presence of symptoms, and reversal of these symptoms when the blood glucose level is restored to normal. […] The mainstay of therapy for hypoglycemia is glucose. Other medications may be administered based on the underlying cause or the accompanying symptoms. […] Definitive treatment for fasting hypoglycemia caused by a tumor is surgical resection. The success rate is good for benign islet-cell adenomas, and the success rate for malignant islet-cell tumors can be as high as 50%.

• #50 Hypoglycemia – Diagnosis and treatment – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hypoglycemia/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20373689

  If you have hypoglycemia symptoms, your health care provider will likely conduct a physical exam and review your medical history. […] If you use insulin or another diabetes medication to lower your blood sugar, and you have signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia, test your blood sugar levels with a blood glucose meter. If the result shows low blood sugar (under 70 mg/dL), treat according to your diabetes treatment plan. […] Keep a record of your blood sugar testing results and how you treated low blood sugar levels so that your health care provider can review the information to help adjust your diabetes treatment plan. […] If you have hypoglycemia symptoms, do the following: […] Eat or drink 15 to 20 grams of fast-acting carbohydrates. […] Recheck blood sugar levels 15 minutes after treatment.

• #51 Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment for Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Glucose) | American Diabetes Association

  https://diabetes.org/living-with-diabetes/hypoglycemia-low-blood-glucose/symptoms-treatment

  Since each person can experience the feelings of low blood glucose differently, there are a variety of symptoms that can be associated with a low. These signs and symptoms of a dropping blood glucose level can develop quickly. […] The only sure way to know whether you are experiencing low blood glucose is to check your with a glucose meter or CGM. If you are experiencing symptoms and you are unable to check your blood glucose, treat the suspected hypoglycemia. […] If you have hypoglycemia unawareness, you need to take extra care to monitor your blood glucose by checking it frequently. […] If you are experiencing a low, then you need to eat. Eating carbs is how you can raise your glucose levels. […] If your blood glucose is 70 mg/dL or below, try to follow the „15-15 Rule.” […] Consume 15 grams of fast-acting carbohydrates (carbs) to raise your blood glucose. Wait 15 minutes, then recheck your blood glucose again.

• #52 Patient education: Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose) in people with diabetes (Beyond the Basics) – UpToDate

  https://www.uptodate.com/contents/hypoglycemia-low-blood-glucose-in-people-with-diabetes-beyond-the-basics

  If you experience low blood glucose levels, let your health care provider know. They can help adjust your diabetes treatment plan to reduce the chances of hypoglycemia happening again. They can also talk to you about blood glucose awareness education. Blood glucose awareness training can improve your ability to recognize low blood glucose earlier, which will allow you to treat it quickly and avoid more serious symptoms. A trained diabetes educator can also work with you to help you anticipate when low glucose levels are more likely to happen. […] The treatment of low blood glucose depends on whether you have symptoms and how severe the symptoms are. […] If your blood glucose is very low, you may pass out or become too disoriented to eat. A close friend or relative should be trained to recognize severe low blood glucose and treat it quickly. Dealing with a loved one who is pale, sweaty, acting bizarrely, or passed out and convulsing can be scary. A dose of glucagon stops these symptoms quickly if they are caused by hypoglycemia.

• #53 Nursing Management of Hypoglycemia – Straight A Nursing

  https://straightanursingstudent.com/hypoglycemia/

  The most important component of the nursing management of hypoglycemia is providing glucose. How the glucose is administered depends on the patient’s level of consciousness and how low the blood glucose level is. […] Since hypoglycemia often occurs with diabetes, you want to ensure all patients with diabetes receive adequate education on their disease process, dietary modifications, how to test their blood sugar, and how to take medications. […] Your key takeaways for the nursing management of hypoglycemia are: Symptoms are shakiness, irritability, diaphoresis and tachycardia, Patients taking beta blockers may not show outward signs of hypoglycemia, Treatment is glucose (modality will vary based on blood glucose level, alertness of patient, and facility protocol), 15 g carbohydrate is equal to 4 oz juice, 8 oz skim milk, or 6 saltine crackers, Recheck blood sugar after 15 minutes and repeat as necessary, Patients should carry glucagon kit and fast-acting carbohydrates at all times.

• #54 Hypoglycemia: Care Instructions | Kaiser Permanente

  https://healthy.kaiserpermanente.org/health-wellness/health-encyclopedia/he.hypoglycemia-care-instructions.te8275

  Hypoglycemia means that your blood sugar is low and your body isnt getting enough fuel. Low blood sugar can be caused by too much insulin or certain medicines. Some people get low blood sugar from missing a meal or exercising too hard without eating enough food. […] Know your signs of low blood sugar. They’re different for everyone. Common early signs include nausea; hunger; and feeling nervous, irritable, or shaky. […] It can help to check your blood sugar levels often. Take your insulin or other medicine as prescribed. […] Use the „rule of 15” to treat low blood sugar. Eat 15 grams of carbohydrate from a quick-sugar food (such as 3 or 4 glucose tablets or 1/2 cup of juice). Wait 15 minutes and check your blood sugar. Repeat if your blood sugar is still below 70 mg/dL. […] Eat after your blood sugar is in a safe range. A snack or meal can reduce symptoms and prevent low blood sugar from coming back.

• #55 Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment for Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Glucose) | American Diabetes Association

  https://diabetes.org/living-with-diabetes/hypoglycemia-low-blood-glucose/symptoms-treatment

  Since each person can experience the feelings of low blood glucose differently, there are a variety of symptoms that can be associated with a low. These signs and symptoms of a dropping blood glucose level can develop quickly. […] The only sure way to know whether you are experiencing low blood glucose is to check your with a glucose meter or CGM. If you are experiencing symptoms and you are unable to check your blood glucose, treat the suspected hypoglycemia. […] If you have hypoglycemia unawareness, you need to take extra care to monitor your blood glucose by checking it frequently. […] If you are experiencing a low, then you need to eat. Eating carbs is how you can raise your glucose levels. […] If your blood glucose is 70 mg/dL or below, try to follow the „15-15 Rule.” […] Consume 15 grams of fast-acting carbohydrates (carbs) to raise your blood glucose. Wait 15 minutes, then recheck your blood glucose again.

• #56 Hypoglycemia: Nursing Diagnosis & Interventions | Nurse.com

  https://www.nurse.com/clinical-guides/hypoglycemia/?srsltid=AfmBOorLSdKSkGF-0M4uCma7XjHvKJS2Ahp-hCzDH8mrL1hWO4u65s9I

  Hypoglycemia refers to low blood glucose, specifically a blood sugar below 70 mg/dL. Low blood glucose is common among people with both type 1 and type 2 diabetes who take insulin or other diabetes medications. […] Management and treatment of hypoglycemia will depend on the cause as well as the severity. In the case of a hypoglycemic event, treatment may include the following: Administering 15 grams of carbohydrates (a glass of orange juice, a tube of glucose gel, or glucose tablets) and recheck of the individuals blood glucose level in 15 minutes. If symptoms remain mild, this process is repeated until the individuals blood sugar is at a normal level above 70 mg/dL. […] Use the nursing process to develop a plan of care for individuals. The nursing assessment (with common findings listed), diagnoses, interventions, expected outcomes, and education for hypoglycemia are listed below.

• #57 Hypoglycemia – Diagnosis and treatment – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hypoglycemia/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20373689

  If you have hypoglycemia symptoms, your health care provider will likely conduct a physical exam and review your medical history. […] If you use insulin or another diabetes medication to lower your blood sugar, and you have signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia, test your blood sugar levels with a blood glucose meter. If the result shows low blood sugar (under 70 mg/dL), treat according to your diabetes treatment plan. […] Keep a record of your blood sugar testing results and how you treated low blood sugar levels so that your health care provider can review the information to help adjust your diabetes treatment plan. […] If you have hypoglycemia symptoms, do the following: […] Eat or drink 15 to 20 grams of fast-acting carbohydrates. […] Recheck blood sugar levels 15 minutes after treatment.

• #58 Hypoglycemia – Diagnosis and treatment – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hypoglycemia/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20373689

  If blood sugar levels are still under 70 mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L), eat or drink another 15 to 20 grams of fast-acting carbohydrate, and recheck your blood sugar level again in 15 minutes. […] Once your blood sugar is back in the standard range, eating a healthy snack or meal can help prevent another drop in blood sugar and replenish your body’s glycogen stores. […] Hypoglycemia is considered severe if you need help from someone to recover. […] For example, if you can’t eat, you might need a glucagon injection or intravenous glucose. […] In general, people with diabetes who are treated with insulin should have a glucagon kit for emergencies. […] Preventing recurrent hypoglycemia requires your health care provider to identify the condition causing hypoglycemia and treat it. […] A review of eating habits and food planning with a registered dietitian may help reduce hypoglycemia.

• #59 Risk for Unstable Blood Glucose Levels (Hyperglycemia & Hypoglycemia) Nursing Diagnosis & Care Plan – Nurseslabs

  https://nurseslabs.com/risk-unstable-blood-glucose-level/

  Provide food or other sources of glucose as directed for hypoglycemia. A rapidly absorbed form of glucose is indicated to manage hypoglycemia. These forms of glucose may include oral intake of hard candy or fruit juice. For the client who cannot take something orally, an intravenous injection of glucose may be indicated. If the client has a hypoglycemic reaction and does not have any of the recommended emergency foods available, they should eat any available food, preferably carbohydrate food. […] Instruct the client experiencing hypoglycemia about appropriate actions to raise blood glucose. Food intake is appropriate in most cases of hypoglycemia to raise blood glucose levels. Eating a rapidly absorbed source of glucose is appropriate for clients with diabetes. The usual recommendation is 15 g of a fast-acting concentrated source of carbohydrates. It is unnecessary to add sugar to juice, even if it is labeled as unsweetened juice because the fruit sugar in juice contains enough carbohydrates to raise the blood glucose level.

• #60 About Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar) | Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

  https://www.mskcc.org/cancer-care/patient-education/about-hypoglycemia-low-blood-sugar

  Hypoglycemia is when your blood glucose (blood sugar) level goes too low. This usually happens when your blood glucose goes below 70 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL). […] It is important to treat hypoglycemia right away. If you take medication for diabetes, your healthcare provider may need to change the dosage. Contact the provider who prescribes your diabetes medication any time you have hypoglycemia. […] If your blood sugar is below 70 mg/dL and you’re awake and alert, follow the rule of 15/15. […] Do not eat chocolate, cookies, or a regular meal or snack to treat low blood glucose. Your body does not absorb these items very quickly. These foods may make your blood glucose even lower at first, then too high 1 to 2 hours later. […] Hypoglycemia can get worse if you do not treat it quickly. Severe hypoglycemia happens when your blood glucose level goes below 54 mg/dL, or when you cannot take care of yourself.

• #61 Hyperglycemia vs. Hypoglycemia: What You Need to Know – Wound Care Solutions

  https://www.woundcareinc.com/resources/hyperglycemia-vs-hypoglycemia-what-you-need-to-know

  Hypoglycemia occurs when there is not enough glucose in your blood. It usually comes on suddenly and can happen after strenuous exercise or when you’ve waited too long to eat. Strictly speaking, you’re considered hypoglycemic when your blood glucose levels are less than 70 mg/dl. […] Your brain needs glucose to function properly, so left untreated, low levels of blood sugar can lead to severe confusion and disorientation, seizures, loss of consciousness, coma, even death. It’s imperative to treat symptoms quickly. […] The first step in treatment is usually the consumption of a fast-acting carbohydrate, to supply sugar to the body and fast. This can be candy, fruit juice, a soft drink, or glucose tablets or gel. Protein should be avoided since it slows the body’s absorption of sugar and will interfere with a quick recovery.

• #62 Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar): Symptoms & Treatment

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/11647-hypoglycemia-low-blood-sugar

  Hypoglycemia requires immediate treatment by eating or drinking sugar/carbohydrates. Severe hypoglycemia can be life-threatening and requires treatment with emergency glucagon and/or medical intervention. […] Severe hypoglycemia is life-threatening. It needs immediate medical treatment. In rare cases, severe hypoglycemia that isn’t treated can result in a coma and/or death. […] Severe hypoglycemia episodes require the use of emergency glucagon. This is a synthetic form of glucagon that you can administer as an injection or nasal powder (dry nasal spray), depending on the type. Synthetic glucagon triggers your liver to release stored glucose, which then raises blood sugar. […] If you have diabetes or another condition that causes hypoglycemia, wear a medical alert necklace or bracelet or carry a medical ID. That way, people know how to help you in case of an emergency. […] Always have emergency glucagon on hand. Educate your loved ones on how and when to use it.

• #63 Severe Hypoglycemia | Endocrine Society

  https://www.endocrine.org/patient-engagement/endocrine-library/severe-hypoglycemia

  The best way to avoid hypoglycemia is to eat meals and snacks on a regular schedule, test your blood glucose regularly, follow the exercise plan suggested by your diabetes health care team, and always take your diabetes medications as recommended. […] Be prepared to check your blood glucose level regularly and especially when you have any symptoms of hypoglycemia. Be prepared to treat those symptoms by keeping glucose tablets or hard candies handy. […] Severe hypoglycemia is an emergency. Treatment focuses on raising the persons blood glucose quickly with a medicine called glucagon. […] Knowing how to use a glucagon kit can help you act quickly to help raise the persons blood glucose. The person usually becomes conscious again in about 5 to 15 minutes after you administer glucagon. […] Call 911 or the local emergency number if: A glucagon kit is not available, The person does not respond to the emergency glucagon, Blood glucose level is still low even after giving glucagon. […] As a family member, friend, or caregiver, you want to do your best to keep your loved one, friend, or patient safe from severe hypoglycemia. Knowing whats best can be overwhelming. Remember severe hypoglycemia is preventable!

• #64 Low blood sugar (hypoglycaemia)

  https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/low-blood-sugar-hypoglycaemia/

  Low blood sugar (hypoglycaemia or a hypo) is usually where your blood sugar (glucose) is below 4mmol/L. It needs to be treated quickly to stop it getting worse, but you can usually treat it yourself. […] If you have diabetes and get symptoms of low blood sugar (a hypo) or your blood sugar is below 4mmol/L: Eat or drink something that will raise your blood sugar quickly, such as a small glass of fruit juice or sugary fizzy drink, 5 glucose or dextrose tablets, 4 large jelly babies, or 2 tubes of glucose gel. […] If someone has very low blood sugar (a severe hypo) and becomes unconscious: Do not give them any food or drink as they will not be able to swallow safely. […] If you have diabetes, you can also speak to your diabetes care team for advice. […] If you take medicine for diabetes, there are things you can do to reduce the risk of low blood sugar. […] Make sure your family and friends know how to treat severe low blood sugar. […] Diabetes causes high blood sugar (hyperglycaemia). Diabetes medicines treat your condition by lowering your blood sugar, but they can sometimes make it go too low.

• #65 Hypoglycaemia (hypo) and Hyperglycaemia – Diabetes Australiachevron

  https://www.diabetesaustralia.com.au/managing-diabetes/hypo-hyperglycaemia/

  If your BGL has risen above 4mmol/L, eat a snack or meal with longer acting carbohydrate such as a slice of bread, 1 glass of milk, 1 piece of fruit, 2-3 pieces of dried apricots, figs or other dried fruit OR 1 tub of natural low-fat yoghurt. […] It’s important to tell your family, friends and colleagues about hypos, how to recognise the symptoms when you’re hypoglycaemic and how to treat it. Make sure they know to call 000 if you become unconscious, drowsy or unable to swallow, stating that it is a diabetes emergency. […] It is important that your support person does not try to feed you; instead they should lay you on your side and check that your airway is clear. Then they should wait with you until the ambulance arrives. It is recommended that you wear a medical alert ID. This will help first responders to act appropriately and quickly.

• #66 Diabetes Canada | Clinical Practice Guidelines

  https://guidelines.diabetes.ca/cpg/chapter14

  It is important to avoid overtreatment of hypoglycemia, since this can result in rebound hyperglycemia and weight gain. […] Mild-to-moderate hypoglycemia should be treated by the oral ingestion of 15g carbohydrate, preferably as glucose or sucrose tablets or solution. These are preferable to orange juice and glucose gels. […] Severe hypoglycemia in a conscious person with diabetes should be treated by oral ingestion of 20g carbohydrate, preferably as glucose tablets or equivalent. […] Severe hypoglycemia in an unconscious person with diabetes: With no intravenous access: 1mg glucagon should be given subcutaneously or intramuscularly. Caregivers or support persons should call for emergency services and the episode should be discussed with the DHC team as soon as possible. […] Once the hypoglycemia has been reversed, the person should have the usual meal or snack that is due at that time of the day to prevent repeated hypoglycemia. If a meal is 1 hour away, a snack (including 15g carbohydrate and a protein source) should be consumed. […] For people with diabetes at risk of severe hypoglycemia, support persons should be taught how to administer glucagon.

• #67 Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar): Symptoms & Treatment

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/11647-hypoglycemia-low-blood-sugar

  Hypoglycemia requires immediate treatment by eating or drinking sugar/carbohydrates. Severe hypoglycemia can be life-threatening and requires treatment with emergency glucagon and/or medical intervention. […] Severe hypoglycemia is life-threatening. It needs immediate medical treatment. In rare cases, severe hypoglycemia that isn’t treated can result in a coma and/or death. […] Severe hypoglycemia episodes require the use of emergency glucagon. This is a synthetic form of glucagon that you can administer as an injection or nasal powder (dry nasal spray), depending on the type. Synthetic glucagon triggers your liver to release stored glucose, which then raises blood sugar. […] If you have diabetes or another condition that causes hypoglycemia, wear a medical alert necklace or bracelet or carry a medical ID. That way, people know how to help you in case of an emergency. […] Always have emergency glucagon on hand. Educate your loved ones on how and when to use it.

• #68 Hypoglycaemia (hypo) and Hyperglycaemia – Diabetes Australiachevron

  https://www.diabetesaustralia.com.au/managing-diabetes/hypo-hyperglycaemia/

  If your BGL has risen above 4mmol/L, eat a snack or meal with longer acting carbohydrate such as a slice of bread, 1 glass of milk, 1 piece of fruit, 2-3 pieces of dried apricots, figs or other dried fruit OR 1 tub of natural low-fat yoghurt. […] It’s important to tell your family, friends and colleagues about hypos, how to recognise the symptoms when you’re hypoglycaemic and how to treat it. Make sure they know to call 000 if you become unconscious, drowsy or unable to swallow, stating that it is a diabetes emergency. […] It is important that your support person does not try to feed you; instead they should lay you on your side and check that your airway is clear. Then they should wait with you until the ambulance arrives. It is recommended that you wear a medical alert ID. This will help first responders to act appropriately and quickly.

• #69 Hypoglycemia – EMCrit Project

  https://emcrit.org/ibcc/hypoglycemia/

  Prolonged severe hypoglycemia can cause permanent brain damage, similar to anoxic brain injury. […] Hypoglycemia is most dangerous among intubated and sedated patients, because mental status changes won’t be immediately evident. […] Overall, hypoglycemia is far more dangerous than hyperglycemia. When dosing insulin in an acute care setting, it’s always safer to leave the patient in a mildly hyperglycemic range. […] If hypoglycemia is mild and the patient is able to take PO intake, provide oral carbohydrate (e.g., juice). […] For intubated patients with enteral access, this may be provided via orogastric tube. […] Upon admission to the ICU discontinue any oral hypoglycemic medications. Hyperglycemia should be controlled with insulin therapy only. […] Be conservative with insulin dosing: Don’t try to achieve tight glycemic control. A glucose target of 220 mg/dL (11.1 mM) is fine for most patients.

• #70 Know How to Handle Severe Hypoglycemia! – BETTER

  https://type1better.com/en/know-how-to-handle-severe-hypoglycemia/

  However, if the person is unconscious or unable to swallow, then someone will need to administer glucagon to treat the severe hypoglycemia. […] Although severe hypoglycemia is relatively rare, people living with T1D should carry glucagon with them at all times, and make sure that people around them know how to use it and where to find it, if needed. […] It is recommended that the person eat a snack (about 20 g of carbs) after regaining consciousness and monitor their blood glucose levels closely, preferably with a capillary blood sugar meter. […] Healthcare care teams should initiate proactive, non-judgmental discussions about hypoglycemia, provide education about what to do in the event of severe hypoglycemia (e.g., treatment, resources), and provide reminders over time, so that people living with T1D and their caregivers are prepared to deal with severe hypoglycemia at all times.

• #71 Severe Hypoglycemia | Endocrine Society

  https://www.endocrine.org/patient-engagement/endocrine-library/severe-hypoglycemia

  The best way to avoid hypoglycemia is to eat meals and snacks on a regular schedule, test your blood glucose regularly, follow the exercise plan suggested by your diabetes health care team, and always take your diabetes medications as recommended. […] Be prepared to check your blood glucose level regularly and especially when you have any symptoms of hypoglycemia. Be prepared to treat those symptoms by keeping glucose tablets or hard candies handy. […] Severe hypoglycemia is an emergency. Treatment focuses on raising the persons blood glucose quickly with a medicine called glucagon. […] Knowing how to use a glucagon kit can help you act quickly to help raise the persons blood glucose. The person usually becomes conscious again in about 5 to 15 minutes after you administer glucagon. […] Call 911 or the local emergency number if: A glucagon kit is not available, The person does not respond to the emergency glucagon, Blood glucose level is still low even after giving glucagon. […] As a family member, friend, or caregiver, you want to do your best to keep your loved one, friend, or patient safe from severe hypoglycemia. Knowing whats best can be overwhelming. Remember severe hypoglycemia is preventable!

• #72 Hypoglycemia – EMCrit Project

  https://emcrit.org/ibcc/hypoglycemia/

  Patients with cirrhosis or acute hepatic failure tend to develop hypoglycemia, so monitor their glucose levels and avoid giving them insulin. Some patients with severe hepatic failure will require a continuous dextrose infusion to avoid hypoglycemia. […] A sustained episode of hypoglycemia may cause brain injury which is persistent or even permanent. This injury has many similarities to hypoxic-ischemic brain injury. […] Symptomatic hypoglycemia is an emergency, with a risk of causing permanent brain damage. When in doubt, it’s always better to err on the side of providing immediate treatment (if you’re wrong and the patient gets slightly hyperglycemic, that’s OK). […] After you treat hypoglycemia, follow the patient’s glucose carefully. Hypoglycemia frequently recurs. For example, insulin or sulfonylurea overdoses will out-last the glucose you give to the patient.

• #73 Nursing Management of Hypoglycemia – Straight A Nursing

  https://straightanursingstudent.com/hypoglycemia/

  One of the most common and important imbalances you will learn in nursing school is related to blood glucose levels, which can be too high or too low. In this article, we’ll be talking about the nursing management of hypoglycemia. […] Hypoglycemia is present when the blood glucose level is less than 70 mg/dL. It most often occurs in individuals with diabetes due to decreased oral intake, exercising more than usual, or incorrect use of insulin and other medications used to treat diabetes. […] A key component of the nursing management of hypoglycemia is your assessment of the patient and recognition that you need to intervene. Assess all patients at risk for blood glucose abnormalities for: Confusion, Level of consciousness, Presence of other signs/symptoms as outlined above, Risk factors for developing hypoglycemia such as reduced oral intake, increased exercise, or inappropriate use of anti-diabetic medications, Use of culprit medications.

• #74 Hypoglycemia: Nursing Diagnosis & Interventions | Nurse.com

  https://www.nurse.com/clinical-guides/hypoglycemia/?srsltid=AfmBOorLSdKSkGF-0M4uCma7XjHvKJS2Ahp-hCzDH8mrL1hWO4u65s9I

  Hypoglycemia refers to low blood glucose, specifically a blood sugar below 70 mg/dL. Low blood glucose is common among people with both type 1 and type 2 diabetes who take insulin or other diabetes medications. […] Management and treatment of hypoglycemia will depend on the cause as well as the severity. In the case of a hypoglycemic event, treatment may include the following: Administering 15 grams of carbohydrates (a glass of orange juice, a tube of glucose gel, or glucose tablets) and recheck of the individuals blood glucose level in 15 minutes. If symptoms remain mild, this process is repeated until the individuals blood sugar is at a normal level above 70 mg/dL. […] Use the nursing process to develop a plan of care for individuals. The nursing assessment (with common findings listed), diagnoses, interventions, expected outcomes, and education for hypoglycemia are listed below.

• #75 Nursing Management of Hypoglycemia – Straight A Nursing

  https://straightanursingstudent.com/hypoglycemia/

  One of the most common and important imbalances you will learn in nursing school is related to blood glucose levels, which can be too high or too low. In this article, we’ll be talking about the nursing management of hypoglycemia. […] Hypoglycemia is present when the blood glucose level is less than 70 mg/dL. It most often occurs in individuals with diabetes due to decreased oral intake, exercising more than usual, or incorrect use of insulin and other medications used to treat diabetes. […] A key component of the nursing management of hypoglycemia is your assessment of the patient and recognition that you need to intervene. Assess all patients at risk for blood glucose abnormalities for: Confusion, Level of consciousness, Presence of other signs/symptoms as outlined above, Risk factors for developing hypoglycemia such as reduced oral intake, increased exercise, or inappropriate use of anti-diabetic medications, Use of culprit medications.

• #76 Hypoglycemia: Nursing Diagnoses & Care Plans | NurseTogether

  https://www.nursetogether.com/hypoglycemia-nursing-diagnosis-care-plan/

  Hypoglycemia is low blood glucose. Patients who have diabetes may have episodes of hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia due to the body’s inability to produce or regulate insulin. Hypoglycemia is most likely to occur in diabetic patients due to the misadministration of insulin. […] Hypoglycemia can also occur in patients who are not diabetic due to causes such as excessive alcohol use, malnutrition, and chronic conditions that affect the liver. […] The nursing assessment focuses on the patient’s physical and mental symptoms. A thorough history of dietary habits, comorbidities, and medications is also necessary. […] Nursing interventions include health teaching about the following: Causes of hypoglycemia, Need for diagnostic tests, Recording and evaluation of symptoms, Administration of antidiabetic medications, Causes and prevention of hypoglycemia, Reinforcing dietary advice and limitations.

• #77 Hypoglycemia: Nursing Diagnoses & Care Plans | NurseTogether

  https://www.nursetogether.com/hypoglycemia-nursing-diagnosis-care-plan/

  Hypoglycemia is low blood glucose. Patients who have diabetes may have episodes of hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia due to the body’s inability to produce or regulate insulin. Hypoglycemia is most likely to occur in diabetic patients due to the misadministration of insulin. […] Hypoglycemia can also occur in patients who are not diabetic due to causes such as excessive alcohol use, malnutrition, and chronic conditions that affect the liver. […] The nursing assessment focuses on the patient’s physical and mental symptoms. A thorough history of dietary habits, comorbidities, and medications is also necessary. […] Nursing interventions include health teaching about the following: Causes of hypoglycemia, Need for diagnostic tests, Recording and evaluation of symptoms, Administration of antidiabetic medications, Causes and prevention of hypoglycemia, Reinforcing dietary advice and limitations.

• #78 Nursing Management of Hypoglycemia – Straight A Nursing

  https://straightanursingstudent.com/hypoglycemia/

  One of the most common and important imbalances you will learn in nursing school is related to blood glucose levels, which can be too high or too low. In this article, we’ll be talking about the nursing management of hypoglycemia. […] Hypoglycemia is present when the blood glucose level is less than 70 mg/dL. It most often occurs in individuals with diabetes due to decreased oral intake, exercising more than usual, or incorrect use of insulin and other medications used to treat diabetes. […] A key component of the nursing management of hypoglycemia is your assessment of the patient and recognition that you need to intervene. Assess all patients at risk for blood glucose abnormalities for: Confusion, Level of consciousness, Presence of other signs/symptoms as outlined above, Risk factors for developing hypoglycemia such as reduced oral intake, increased exercise, or inappropriate use of anti-diabetic medications, Use of culprit medications.

• #79 Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Hypoglycemia | Free NURSING.com Courses

  https://nursing.com/lesson/nursing-care-plan-for-hypoglycemia

  This is the nursing care plan for hypoglycemia. So, hypoglycemia or low blood glucose occurs when a blood glucose level drops below 70. Once this happens, the counterregulatory hormones stimulate the autonomic nervous system to elicit a response such as tremors, sweating, irritability, tachycardia, and hunger. Some nursing considerations that we want to keep in mind are, we want to check that blood glucose, we want to do frequent checks. We want to monitor the vital signs. We want to initiate hypoglycemia protocol. We want to educate on signs of hypoglycemia. The desired outcome for this patient is that this patient is expected to have a blood glucose level above 70, and the patient should be able to recognize signs and symptoms of low blood glucose. […] The best way to detect and prevent hypoglycemia is by doing frequent blood glucose checks. This should be done in the morning before each meal and at bedtime.

• #80 Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Hypoglycemia | Free NURSING.com Courses

  https://nursing.com/lesson/nursing-care-plan-for-hypoglycemia

  This is the nursing care plan for hypoglycemia. So, hypoglycemia or low blood glucose occurs when a blood glucose level drops below 70. Once this happens, the counterregulatory hormones stimulate the autonomic nervous system to elicit a response such as tremors, sweating, irritability, tachycardia, and hunger. Some nursing considerations that we want to keep in mind are, we want to check that blood glucose, we want to do frequent checks. We want to monitor the vital signs. We want to initiate hypoglycemia protocol. We want to educate on signs of hypoglycemia. The desired outcome for this patient is that this patient is expected to have a blood glucose level above 70, and the patient should be able to recognize signs and symptoms of low blood glucose. […] The best way to detect and prevent hypoglycemia is by doing frequent blood glucose checks. This should be done in the morning before each meal and at bedtime.

• #81 Hypoglycemia: Nursing Diagnosis & Interventions | Nurse.com

  https://www.nurse.com/clinical-guides/hypoglycemia/?srsltid=AfmBOorLSdKSkGF-0M4uCma7XjHvKJS2Ahp-hCzDH8mrL1hWO4u65s9I

  Administer fast acting carbohydrates or glucagon. […] Educate on appropriate diabetes management. […] Educate on medication administration. […] Educate on use of fingerstick glucose monitor. […] Monitor nutritional intake. […] Monitor neurological status. […] Provide psychosocial support to individual and family. […] How to treat hypoglycemia […] How to recognize signs of hypoglycemia […] How to monitor blood sugar levels […] Diabetes management nutrition guidelines.

• #82 Hypoglycemia: Nursing Diagnosis & Interventions | Nurse.com

  https://www.nurse.com/clinical-guides/hypoglycemia/?srsltid=AfmBOorLSdKSkGF-0M4uCma7XjHvKJS2Ahp-hCzDH8mrL1hWO4u65s9I

  Administer fast acting carbohydrates or glucagon. […] Educate on appropriate diabetes management. […] Educate on medication administration. […] Educate on use of fingerstick glucose monitor. […] Monitor nutritional intake. […] Monitor neurological status. […] Provide psychosocial support to individual and family. […] How to treat hypoglycemia […] How to recognize signs of hypoglycemia […] How to monitor blood sugar levels […] Diabetes management nutrition guidelines.

• #83 Hypoglycemia Management (Home Health Care)

  https://elsevier.health/en-US/preview/hypoglycemia-management-hhc

  Untreated hypoglycemia may lead to seizures or loss of consciousness. Overtreatment may lead to hyperglycemia. […] Hypoglycemia is abnormally low blood glucose that represents a risk of harm to the patient. […] The most common cause of hypoglycemia is an insulin reaction. Other causes are delayed food intake, exercise, alcohol consumption, and overmedication with sulfonylureas. Signs and symptoms can develop rapidly and demand immediate action. In the home setting, the nurse should summon emergency medical services (EMS) if the patient does not respond to treatment or shows other signs of condition deterioration. […] Teach the patient how to consistently self-monitor blood glucose levels. […] After the patient recovers from the hypoglycemic incident, assess the patients, the familys, and the caregivers knowledge of hypoglycemia. Provide appropriate education.

• #84 Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar): Symptoms, Causes, Treatment, Diet

  https://www.webmd.com/diabetes/hypoglycemia-overview

  Hypoglycemia is a condition caused by low blood glucose (blood sugar) levels. The condition is most common in people with diabetes who have issues with medicine, food, or exercise. But sometimes people who don’t have diabetes can also get low blood sugar. […] When you start feeling the symptoms of hypoglycemia: If you have diabetes, check your blood sugar. If its below 70 mg/dL (or the goal set by your doctor), eat or drink 15-20 grams of fast-acting carbohydrates. […] In the case of severe hypoglycemia (blood sugar less than 54 mg/dL), you may need emergency glucagon treatment or intravenous glucose. […] If you have diabetes and take insulin, you should always keep a glucagon kit with you. […] After an episode of hypoglycemia, keep a close eye on your blood sugar for the next 2-3 days.

• #85 Hypoglycemia: Nursing Diagnoses & Care Plans | NurseTogether

  https://www.nursetogether.com/hypoglycemia-nursing-diagnosis-care-plan/

  Nurses are essential in providing ongoing health education. Successful monitoring and patient education can reduce the incidents of hypoglycemia and its complications. […] Once the nurse identifies nursing diagnoses for hypoglycemia, nursing care plans help prioritize assessments and interventions for both short and long-term goals of care. […] Acute confusion can result from hypoglycemia. Low blood glucose may cause a reversible loss of consciousness and confusion. […] Nursing Diagnosis: Acute Confusion […] Expected outcomes: Patient will be alert and oriented x4, or at their baseline level of cognition. Patient will verbalize 3 symptoms of confusion and change in cognition to monitor for. Patient will not display a decrease in consciousness, restlessness, or agitation. […] Confusion is a symptom of hypoglycemia. It is necessary to manage the underlying issue to resolve the confusion.

• #86 Hypoglycemia: Nursing Diagnoses & Care Plans | NurseTogether

  https://www.nursetogether.com/hypoglycemia-nursing-diagnosis-care-plan/

  Hypoglycemia is the most common side effect of insulin therapy. Ensure patients understand their insulin regimen, including proper dosage and when and how to administer insulin. […] Consistently low blood glucose levels cause poor blood flow to the brain and other organs. […] Nursing Diagnosis: Ineffective Tissue Perfusion […] Expected outcomes: Patient will maintain optimal perfusion as evidenced by the following: Absence of changes in the level of consciousness, No alterations in sensation, Palpable peripheral pulses, Absence of palpitations. […] Risk for unstable blood glucose levels can be applied to patients who have difficulty maintaining normal glucose levels, resulting in hypoglycemia and other health conditions. […] Nursing Diagnosis: Risk for Unstable Blood Glucose […] Expected outcomes: Patient will be able to maintain glucose levels within normal limits. Patient will be able to verbalize knowledge of energy requirements. Patient will be able to modify behavior and lifestyle to maintain blood glucose levels within normal limits.

• #87 Hypoglycemia: Nursing Diagnoses & Care Plans | NurseTogether

  https://www.nursetogether.com/hypoglycemia-nursing-diagnosis-care-plan/

  Hypoglycemia is the most common side effect of insulin therapy. Ensure patients understand their insulin regimen, including proper dosage and when and how to administer insulin. […] Consistently low blood glucose levels cause poor blood flow to the brain and other organs. […] Nursing Diagnosis: Ineffective Tissue Perfusion […] Expected outcomes: Patient will maintain optimal perfusion as evidenced by the following: Absence of changes in the level of consciousness, No alterations in sensation, Palpable peripheral pulses, Absence of palpitations. […] Risk for unstable blood glucose levels can be applied to patients who have difficulty maintaining normal glucose levels, resulting in hypoglycemia and other health conditions. […] Nursing Diagnosis: Risk for Unstable Blood Glucose […] Expected outcomes: Patient will be able to maintain glucose levels within normal limits. Patient will be able to verbalize knowledge of energy requirements. Patient will be able to modify behavior and lifestyle to maintain blood glucose levels within normal limits.

• #88 Hypoglycemia: Nursing Diagnoses & Care Plans | NurseTogether

  https://www.nursetogether.com/hypoglycemia-nursing-diagnosis-care-plan/

  Nurses are essential in providing ongoing health education. Successful monitoring and patient education can reduce the incidents of hypoglycemia and its complications. […] Once the nurse identifies nursing diagnoses for hypoglycemia, nursing care plans help prioritize assessments and interventions for both short and long-term goals of care. […] Acute confusion can result from hypoglycemia. Low blood glucose may cause a reversible loss of consciousness and confusion. […] Nursing Diagnosis: Acute Confusion […] Expected outcomes: Patient will be alert and oriented x4, or at their baseline level of cognition. Patient will verbalize 3 symptoms of confusion and change in cognition to monitor for. Patient will not display a decrease in consciousness, restlessness, or agitation. […] Confusion is a symptom of hypoglycemia. It is necessary to manage the underlying issue to resolve the confusion.

• #89 Hypoglycemia: Nursing Diagnoses & Care Plans | NurseTogether

  https://www.nursetogether.com/hypoglycemia-nursing-diagnosis-care-plan/

  Hypoglycemia is the most common side effect of insulin therapy. Ensure patients understand their insulin regimen, including proper dosage and when and how to administer insulin. […] Consistently low blood glucose levels cause poor blood flow to the brain and other organs. […] Nursing Diagnosis: Ineffective Tissue Perfusion […] Expected outcomes: Patient will maintain optimal perfusion as evidenced by the following: Absence of changes in the level of consciousness, No alterations in sensation, Palpable peripheral pulses, Absence of palpitations. […] Risk for unstable blood glucose levels can be applied to patients who have difficulty maintaining normal glucose levels, resulting in hypoglycemia and other health conditions. […] Nursing Diagnosis: Risk for Unstable Blood Glucose […] Expected outcomes: Patient will be able to maintain glucose levels within normal limits. Patient will be able to verbalize knowledge of energy requirements. Patient will be able to modify behavior and lifestyle to maintain blood glucose levels within normal limits.

• #90 Hypoglycemia – Nursing Student Assistance

  https://allnurses.com/hypoglycemia-t157129/

  I am doing a case study on hypoglycemia and the patient has type 1 IDDM, with BS of 40, BP of 88/50, heart rate of 120 bpm, respirations of 28, cool, clammy, pale skin, nausea and vomiting, slurred speech. I have to have at least 6 diagnoses for my concept map, I currently have: Fluid volume deficit, Altered Nutrition […] For the nausea and vomiting you can use the nursing diagnosis: Nausea. […] Without any other information, you could also use the nursing diagnosis of Impaired Verbal Communication. […] If infection is the problem, where is it and what is being done about it. If not taking their insulin properly is the problem, then Knowledge Deficit is another nursing diagnosis you can use. […] Any nursing care plan ALWAYS starts by looking at the abnormal data you have collected.

• #91 Hypoglycemia – Nursing Student Assistance

  https://allnurses.com/hypoglycemia-t157129/

  I am doing a case study on hypoglycemia and the patient has type 1 IDDM, with BS of 40, BP of 88/50, heart rate of 120 bpm, respirations of 28, cool, clammy, pale skin, nausea and vomiting, slurred speech. I have to have at least 6 diagnoses for my concept map, I currently have: Fluid volume deficit, Altered Nutrition […] For the nausea and vomiting you can use the nursing diagnosis: Nausea. […] Without any other information, you could also use the nursing diagnosis of Impaired Verbal Communication. […] If infection is the problem, where is it and what is being done about it. If not taking their insulin properly is the problem, then Knowledge Deficit is another nursing diagnosis you can use. […] Any nursing care plan ALWAYS starts by looking at the abnormal data you have collected.

• #92 Hypoglycemia – Nursing Student Assistance

  https://allnurses.com/hypoglycemia-t157129/

  Based on what you’ve provided, this is what I can come up with: imbalanced nutrition: less than body requirements r/t inability of the body to adequately metabolize and use glucose and nutrients aeb blood sugar of 40 on am of assessment, cool clammy, pale skin and slurred speech, nausea r/t gastric irritation (?) aeb statement by patient that she vomited her breakfast, ineffective health maintenance r/t knowledge deficiency in caring for disease condition aeb inability to recognize symptoms of illness, risk for infection r/t chronic disease. […] I just quickly skimmed this post, but for me, having taken care of lots of diabetics with low blood sugar, they do have altered level of consciousness, and become so out of it that you cannot give them sugar orally but have to give an amp of d50. This is because without enough sugar the brain doesn’t function right!! If I ever awaken a diabetic that is suddenly unable to talk with me or is losing consciousness, I check their sugar right away. […] A low sugar causes decreased level of consciousness or can lead to NO LEVEL OF CONSIOUSNESS.

• #93 Hypoglycemia: Nursing Diagnosis & Interventions | Nurse.com

  https://www.nurse.com/clinical-guides/hypoglycemia/?srsltid=AfmBOorLSdKSkGF-0M4uCma7XjHvKJS2Ahp-hCzDH8mrL1hWO4u65s9I

  Administer fast acting carbohydrates or glucagon. […] Educate on appropriate diabetes management. […] Educate on medication administration. […] Educate on use of fingerstick glucose monitor. […] Monitor nutritional intake. […] Monitor neurological status. […] Provide psychosocial support to individual and family. […] How to treat hypoglycemia […] How to recognize signs of hypoglycemia […] How to monitor blood sugar levels […] Diabetes management nutrition guidelines.

• #94 Hypoglycemia: Nursing Diagnosis & Interventions | Nurse.com

  https://www.nurse.com/clinical-guides/hypoglycemia/?srsltid=AfmBOorLSdKSkGF-0M4uCma7XjHvKJS2Ahp-hCzDH8mrL1hWO4u65s9I

  Administer fast acting carbohydrates or glucagon. […] Educate on appropriate diabetes management. […] Educate on medication administration. […] Educate on use of fingerstick glucose monitor. […] Monitor nutritional intake. […] Monitor neurological status. […] Provide psychosocial support to individual and family. […] How to treat hypoglycemia […] How to recognize signs of hypoglycemia […] How to monitor blood sugar levels […] Diabetes management nutrition guidelines.

• #95 Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Hypoglycemia | Free NURSING.com Courses

  https://nursing.com/lesson/nursing-care-plan-for-hypoglycemia

  This is the nursing care plan for hypoglycemia. So, hypoglycemia or low blood glucose occurs when a blood glucose level drops below 70. Once this happens, the counterregulatory hormones stimulate the autonomic nervous system to elicit a response such as tremors, sweating, irritability, tachycardia, and hunger. Some nursing considerations that we want to keep in mind are, we want to check that blood glucose, we want to do frequent checks. We want to monitor the vital signs. We want to initiate hypoglycemia protocol. We want to educate on signs of hypoglycemia. The desired outcome for this patient is that this patient is expected to have a blood glucose level above 70, and the patient should be able to recognize signs and symptoms of low blood glucose. […] The best way to detect and prevent hypoglycemia is by doing frequent blood glucose checks. This should be done in the morning before each meal and at bedtime.

• #96 Hypoglycemia: Nursing Diagnosis & Interventions | Nurse.com

  https://www.nurse.com/clinical-guides/hypoglycemia/?srsltid=AfmBOorLSdKSkGF-0M4uCma7XjHvKJS2Ahp-hCzDH8mrL1hWO4u65s9I

  Administer fast acting carbohydrates or glucagon. […] Educate on appropriate diabetes management. […] Educate on medication administration. […] Educate on use of fingerstick glucose monitor. […] Monitor nutritional intake. […] Monitor neurological status. […] Provide psychosocial support to individual and family. […] How to treat hypoglycemia […] How to recognize signs of hypoglycemia […] How to monitor blood sugar levels […] Diabetes management nutrition guidelines.

• #97 Hypoglycemia – EMCrit Project

  https://emcrit.org/ibcc/hypoglycemia/

  Prolonged severe hypoglycemia can cause permanent brain damage, similar to anoxic brain injury. […] Hypoglycemia is most dangerous among intubated and sedated patients, because mental status changes won’t be immediately evident. […] Overall, hypoglycemia is far more dangerous than hyperglycemia. When dosing insulin in an acute care setting, it’s always safer to leave the patient in a mildly hyperglycemic range. […] If hypoglycemia is mild and the patient is able to take PO intake, provide oral carbohydrate (e.g., juice). […] For intubated patients with enteral access, this may be provided via orogastric tube. […] Upon admission to the ICU discontinue any oral hypoglycemic medications. Hyperglycemia should be controlled with insulin therapy only. […] Be conservative with insulin dosing: Don’t try to achieve tight glycemic control. A glucose target of 220 mg/dL (11.1 mM) is fine for most patients.

• #98 Hypoglycemia – Diagnosis and treatment – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hypoglycemia/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20373689

  If a medication is the cause of your hypoglycemia, your health care provider will likely suggest adding, changing or stopping the medication or adjusting the dosage. […] If you have diabetes and you’re having repeated episodes of hypoglycemia, or if your blood sugar levels are dropping significantly, talk with your health care provider to find out how you might need to change your diabetes treatment plan. […] Provide your diabetes treatment information if you have diabetes. Include the timing and results of recent blood sugar tests, as well as the schedule on which you’ve been taking your medications, if any.

• #99 Hypoglycemia: Nursing Diagnosis & Interventions | Nurse.com

  https://www.nurse.com/clinical-guides/hypoglycemia/?srsltid=AfmBOorLSdKSkGF-0M4uCma7XjHvKJS2Ahp-hCzDH8mrL1hWO4u65s9I

  Administer fast acting carbohydrates or glucagon. […] Educate on appropriate diabetes management. […] Educate on medication administration. […] Educate on use of fingerstick glucose monitor. […] Monitor nutritional intake. […] Monitor neurological status. […] Provide psychosocial support to individual and family. […] How to treat hypoglycemia […] How to recognize signs of hypoglycemia […] How to monitor blood sugar levels […] Diabetes management nutrition guidelines.

• #100 Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) | University of Iowa Health Care

  https://uihc.org/health-topics/hypoglycemia-low-blood-sugar

  Obtain a blood sugar when symptoms occur if you are able. If symptoms are severe, treat the reaction first and then obtain a blood sugar. Do not drive nor operate equipment if you feel your blood sugar is low. […] If your blood sugar drops low enough for you to become unconscious, you must be taken to the hospital and/or treated with glucagon. […] Glucagon is a hormone that causes the blood sugar to rise. It can only be given by injection. It is used to treat a low blood sugar if a person becomes semi-conscious or unconscious due to a severe low blood sugar. Please ask your nurse for instruction on glucagon. Your doctor will need to write a prescription for glucagon so you can have it available at home. […] Do not skip or delay meals. If your diet plan includes snacks, make sure to take these.

• #101 Hypoglycemia: Nursing Diagnosis & Interventions | Nurse.com

  https://www.nurse.com/clinical-guides/hypoglycemia/?srsltid=AfmBOorLSdKSkGF-0M4uCma7XjHvKJS2Ahp-hCzDH8mrL1hWO4u65s9I

  Administer fast acting carbohydrates or glucagon. […] Educate on appropriate diabetes management. […] Educate on medication administration. […] Educate on use of fingerstick glucose monitor. […] Monitor nutritional intake. […] Monitor neurological status. […] Provide psychosocial support to individual and family. […] How to treat hypoglycemia […] How to recognize signs of hypoglycemia […] How to monitor blood sugar levels […] Diabetes management nutrition guidelines.

• #102 Hypoglycemia: Nursing Diagnoses & Care Plans | NurseTogether

  https://www.nursetogether.com/hypoglycemia-nursing-diagnosis-care-plan/

  Hypoglycemia is low blood glucose. Patients who have diabetes may have episodes of hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia due to the body’s inability to produce or regulate insulin. Hypoglycemia is most likely to occur in diabetic patients due to the misadministration of insulin. […] Hypoglycemia can also occur in patients who are not diabetic due to causes such as excessive alcohol use, malnutrition, and chronic conditions that affect the liver. […] The nursing assessment focuses on the patient’s physical and mental symptoms. A thorough history of dietary habits, comorbidities, and medications is also necessary. […] Nursing interventions include health teaching about the following: Causes of hypoglycemia, Need for diagnostic tests, Recording and evaluation of symptoms, Administration of antidiabetic medications, Causes and prevention of hypoglycemia, Reinforcing dietary advice and limitations.

• #103 Hypoglycemia: Nursing Diagnoses & Care Plans | NurseTogether

  https://www.nursetogether.com/hypoglycemia-nursing-diagnosis-care-plan/

  Hypoglycemia is low blood glucose. Patients who have diabetes may have episodes of hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia due to the body’s inability to produce or regulate insulin. Hypoglycemia is most likely to occur in diabetic patients due to the misadministration of insulin. […] Hypoglycemia can also occur in patients who are not diabetic due to causes such as excessive alcohol use, malnutrition, and chronic conditions that affect the liver. […] The nursing assessment focuses on the patient’s physical and mental symptoms. A thorough history of dietary habits, comorbidities, and medications is also necessary. […] Nursing interventions include health teaching about the following: Causes of hypoglycemia, Need for diagnostic tests, Recording and evaluation of symptoms, Administration of antidiabetic medications, Causes and prevention of hypoglycemia, Reinforcing dietary advice and limitations.

• #104 Hypoglycemia and Diabetes (for Parents) | Nemours KidsHealth

  https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/hypoglycemia.html

  When blood glucose levels (called blood sugar levels) drop too low, it’s called hypoglycemia. For people with diabetes, hypoglycemia happens when blood sugar levels fall below the healthy range set by their doctor. […] Teach your child about the symptoms of low blood sugar and what to do. Even young kids who can’t describe their symptoms can learn to tell an adult when they don’t feel well. Help your child understand that they need treatment when they dont feel well. And explain how to find an adult who can help them. […] If you think your child has hypoglycemia, test it if you can. But if you cant do this quickly, it’s important to treat them right away to prevent symptoms from getting worse. […] When blood sugar levels are low, the goal is to get them back up into the healthy range quickly. Here are the basic steps to follow if your child is alert and awake: Check blood sugar levels if you can to find out if symptoms are from hypoglycemia. If you can’t, don’t delay treating your child’s symptoms. You can always test after treating your child.

• #105 Hypoglycemia: Nursing Diagnoses & Care Plans | NurseTogether

  https://www.nursetogether.com/hypoglycemia-nursing-diagnosis-care-plan/

  Hypoglycemia is low blood glucose. Patients who have diabetes may have episodes of hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia due to the body’s inability to produce or regulate insulin. Hypoglycemia is most likely to occur in diabetic patients due to the misadministration of insulin. […] Hypoglycemia can also occur in patients who are not diabetic due to causes such as excessive alcohol use, malnutrition, and chronic conditions that affect the liver. […] The nursing assessment focuses on the patient’s physical and mental symptoms. A thorough history of dietary habits, comorbidities, and medications is also necessary. […] Nursing interventions include health teaching about the following: Causes of hypoglycemia, Need for diagnostic tests, Recording and evaluation of symptoms, Administration of antidiabetic medications, Causes and prevention of hypoglycemia, Reinforcing dietary advice and limitations.

• #106 Hypoglycemia: Nursing Diagnosis & Interventions | Nurse.com

  https://www.nurse.com/clinical-guides/hypoglycemia/?srsltid=AfmBOorLSdKSkGF-0M4uCma7XjHvKJS2Ahp-hCzDH8mrL1hWO4u65s9I

  Administer fast acting carbohydrates or glucagon. […] Educate on appropriate diabetes management. […] Educate on medication administration. […] Educate on use of fingerstick glucose monitor. […] Monitor nutritional intake. […] Monitor neurological status. […] Provide psychosocial support to individual and family. […] How to treat hypoglycemia […] How to recognize signs of hypoglycemia […] How to monitor blood sugar levels […] Diabetes management nutrition guidelines.

• #107 Hypoglycemia: Nursing Diagnosis & Interventions | Nurse.com

  https://www.nurse.com/clinical-guides/hypoglycemia/?srsltid=AfmBOorLSdKSkGF-0M4uCma7XjHvKJS2Ahp-hCzDH8mrL1hWO4u65s9I

  Administer fast acting carbohydrates or glucagon. […] Educate on appropriate diabetes management. […] Educate on medication administration. […] Educate on use of fingerstick glucose monitor. […] Monitor nutritional intake. […] Monitor neurological status. […] Provide psychosocial support to individual and family. […] How to treat hypoglycemia […] How to recognize signs of hypoglycemia […] How to monitor blood sugar levels […] Diabetes management nutrition guidelines.

• #108 Diabetic hypoglycemia – Symptoms & causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/diabetic-hypoglycemia/symptoms-causes/syc-20371525

  To help prevent diabetic hypoglycemia: Monitor your blood sugar. Depending on your treatment plan, you may check and record your blood sugar level several times a week or multiple times a day. Careful monitoring is the only way to make sure that your blood sugar level remains within your target range. […] Don’t skip or delay meals or snacks. If you take insulin or oral diabetes medication, be consistent about the amount you eat and the timing of your meals and snacks. […] Adjust your medication or eat additional snacks if you increase your physical activity. The adjustment depends on the blood sugar test results, the type and length of the activity, and what medications you take. Follow your diabetes treatment plan when making adjustments.

• #109 Nursing Management of Hypoglycemia – Straight A Nursing

  https://straightanursingstudent.com/hypoglycemia/

  The most important component of the nursing management of hypoglycemia is providing glucose. How the glucose is administered depends on the patient’s level of consciousness and how low the blood glucose level is. […] Since hypoglycemia often occurs with diabetes, you want to ensure all patients with diabetes receive adequate education on their disease process, dietary modifications, how to test their blood sugar, and how to take medications. […] Your key takeaways for the nursing management of hypoglycemia are: Symptoms are shakiness, irritability, diaphoresis and tachycardia, Patients taking beta blockers may not show outward signs of hypoglycemia, Treatment is glucose (modality will vary based on blood glucose level, alertness of patient, and facility protocol), 15 g carbohydrate is equal to 4 oz juice, 8 oz skim milk, or 6 saltine crackers, Recheck blood sugar after 15 minutes and repeat as necessary, Patients should carry glucagon kit and fast-acting carbohydrates at all times.

• #110 Severe Hypoglycemia | Endocrine Society

  https://www.endocrine.org/patient-engagement/endocrine-library/severe-hypoglycemia

  The best way to avoid hypoglycemia is to eat meals and snacks on a regular schedule, test your blood glucose regularly, follow the exercise plan suggested by your diabetes health care team, and always take your diabetes medications as recommended. […] Be prepared to check your blood glucose level regularly and especially when you have any symptoms of hypoglycemia. Be prepared to treat those symptoms by keeping glucose tablets or hard candies handy. […] Severe hypoglycemia is an emergency. Treatment focuses on raising the persons blood glucose quickly with a medicine called glucagon. […] Knowing how to use a glucagon kit can help you act quickly to help raise the persons blood glucose. The person usually becomes conscious again in about 5 to 15 minutes after you administer glucagon. […] Call 911 or the local emergency number if: A glucagon kit is not available, The person does not respond to the emergency glucagon, Blood glucose level is still low even after giving glucagon. […] As a family member, friend, or caregiver, you want to do your best to keep your loved one, friend, or patient safe from severe hypoglycemia. Knowing whats best can be overwhelming. Remember severe hypoglycemia is preventable!

• #111 Hypoglycemia | Endocrine Society

  https://www.endocrine.org/patient-engagement/endocrine-library/hypoglycemia

  Hypoglycemia is the term for low blood glucose (sugar). […] Patients with severe hypoglycemia may experience unconsciousness or seizures due to low blood sugar. Severe hypoglycemia can be dangerous and must be treated promptly. […] The goal is to help a person recognize symptoms of hypoglycemia early on so they can take action sooner before the glucose drops too low. […] It is important to identify those who suffer from hypoglycemia unawareness and find a medication regimen for their diabetes which is safe for them and helps them to avoid low glucose levels. […] You should make sure that they have glucagon kit. Glucagon is a medication that can be used to increase the glucose if they become unconscious from hypoglycemia, it can be given as an injection or nasal spray. […] The best way to avoid hypoglycemia is to test blood glucose regularly, eat meals and snacks on a regular schedule, follow the exercise plan suggested by diabetes health care team, and always take diabetes medications as recommended.

• #112 Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar): Symptoms & Treatment

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/11647-hypoglycemia-low-blood-sugar

  Hypoglycemia requires immediate treatment by eating or drinking sugar/carbohydrates. Severe hypoglycemia can be life-threatening and requires treatment with emergency glucagon and/or medical intervention. […] Severe hypoglycemia is life-threatening. It needs immediate medical treatment. In rare cases, severe hypoglycemia that isn’t treated can result in a coma and/or death. […] Severe hypoglycemia episodes require the use of emergency glucagon. This is a synthetic form of glucagon that you can administer as an injection or nasal powder (dry nasal spray), depending on the type. Synthetic glucagon triggers your liver to release stored glucose, which then raises blood sugar. […] If you have diabetes or another condition that causes hypoglycemia, wear a medical alert necklace or bracelet or carry a medical ID. That way, people know how to help you in case of an emergency. […] Always have emergency glucagon on hand. Educate your loved ones on how and when to use it.

• #113 Hypoglycemia | Endocrine Society

  https://www.endocrine.org/patient-engagement/endocrine-library/hypoglycemia

  Be prepared to check blood glucose level regularly and especially when you have any symptoms of hypoglycemia. […] If you have diabetes and you have symptoms of hypoglycemia, check your blood glucose level right away. If its low, you should eat or drink something that will quickly raise blood sugar. […] Close friends and relatives should be aware of condition and be taught how to recognize severe hypoglycemia and treat it quickly with an injection or nasal spray of glucagon (a hormone that raises blood glucose levels) if you are unconscious or unable to do so yourself. […] Treatment depends on the cause of hypoglycemia.

• #114 Tips to Prevent Blood Sugar from Dropping at Night

  https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/HealthU/2019/10/10/5-tips-to-prevent-blood-sugar-from-dropping-at-night/

  Hypoglycemia, also known as low blood sugar or low blood glucose, occurs when blood glucose levels drop below normal which is typically below a level of 70 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL). […] Treatment for hypoglycemia involves both the immediate steps needed to raise your blood sugar level in addition with the later treatment or medication dose adjustment to prevent recurrence. […] To immediately raise your blood sugar level, Dr. Shah advocates the rule of 15 eating 15 grams of carbohydrates and then checking your blood sugar level 15 minutes later. […] If hypoglycemic episodes are frequent and left unaddressed, Dr. Shah explains that patients can put themselves at risk for several medical problems including cognitive impairment, dizziness or weakness, cardiovascular disease, and poor glucose control.

• #115 Hypoglycemia – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK534841/

  Hypoglycemia is often defined by a plasma glucose concentration below 70 mg/dL; however, signs and symptoms may not occur until plasma glucose concentrations drop below 55 mg/dL. […] This activity reviews the evaluation and management of hypoglycemia and highlights the interprofessional team’s role in educating patients with this condition about follow-up care. […] Identification of a hypoglycemic patient is critical due to potential adverse effects, including coma or death. Severe hypoglycemia can be treated with intravenous (IV) dextrose followed by an infusion of glucose. […] Nonpharmacological management of recurrent hypoglycemia involves patient education and lifestyle changes. […] Patient education remains a pivotal component in the prevention of hypoglycemic episodes. Focus on preventing hypoglycemia should include patient education on signs and symptoms that constitute hypoglycemia and early recognition of these signs and symptoms.

• #116 Diabetes Canada | Clinical Practice Guidelines

  https://guidelines.diabetes.ca/cpg/chapter14

  It is important to prevent, recognize and treat hypoglycemic episodes secondary to the use of insulin or insulin secretagogues. […] It is safer and more effective to prevent hypoglycemia than to treat it after it occurs, so people with diabetes who are at high risk for hypoglycemia should be identified and counselled about ways to prevent low blood glucose. […] It is important to counsel individuals who are at risk of hypoglycemia and their support persons about the recognition and treatment of hypoglycemia. […] The goals of treatment for hypoglycemia are to detect and treat a low blood glucose level promptly by using an intervention that provides the fastest rise in blood glucose to a safe level, to eliminate the risk of injury and to relieve symptoms quickly. Once the hypoglycemia has been reversed, the person should have the usual meal or snack that is due at that time of the day to prevent repeated hypoglycemia. If a meal is 1 hour away, a snack (including 15g carbohydrate and a protein source) should be consumed.

• #117 Diabetic hypoglycemia – Symptoms & causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/diabetic-hypoglycemia/symptoms-causes/syc-20371525

  To help prevent diabetic hypoglycemia: Monitor your blood sugar. Depending on your treatment plan, you may check and record your blood sugar level several times a week or multiple times a day. Careful monitoring is the only way to make sure that your blood sugar level remains within your target range. […] Don’t skip or delay meals or snacks. If you take insulin or oral diabetes medication, be consistent about the amount you eat and the timing of your meals and snacks. […] Adjust your medication or eat additional snacks if you increase your physical activity. The adjustment depends on the blood sugar test results, the type and length of the activity, and what medications you take. Follow your diabetes treatment plan when making adjustments.

• #118 Patient education: Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose) in people with diabetes (Beyond the Basics) – UpToDate

  https://www.uptodate.com/contents/hypoglycemia-low-blood-glucose-in-people-with-diabetes-beyond-the-basics

  Hypoglycemia is the medical term for low blood glucose (blood sugar). People with type 1 diabetes who take insulin to manage their blood glucose levels are at risk for getting hypoglycemia. People with type 2 diabetes who take insulin and/or certain other medications (eg, sulfonylureas, meglitinides) can also develop hypoglycemia, although this is generally less common. The frequency of hypoglycemia among people with longstanding type 2 diabetes increases over time, as the body eventually stops making enough insulin. […] To prevent low blood glucose, it is important to monitor your blood glucose levels frequently and be prepared to treat it promptly at any time. Continuous glucose monitoring can help prevent hypoglycemia if you have type 1 diabetes or if you have type 2 diabetes and take insulin or other medication(s) that increases risk for hypoglycemia. Continuous glucose monitoring can alert you to a low or falling blood glucose level so that you can take action to avoid severe hypoglycemia. You and a close friend or relative should learn the symptoms of hypoglycemia and always carry glucose tablets, hard candy, or other sources of fast-acting carbohydrate so you can treat low blood glucose if it does happen.

• #119 Hypoglycemia | Endocrinology and Diabetes

  https://health.ucdavis.edu/conditions/endocrinology-diabetes/diabetes/hypoglycemia

  Our expert endocrinology team helps you understand and control your blood sugar levels to keep you healthy and safe. […] We also highly prioritize blood sugar control during inpatient care for people with hypoglycemia, hyperglycemia (high blood sugar) and diabetes. […] Hypoglycemia can range from mild to severe even life-threatening. […] If you experience hypoglycemia while hospitalized, our inpatient glycemic team provides expert care. […] We monitor your blood glucose and work with your entire care team to optimize your treatment. […] Our endocrine specialists help you better understand and control your blood sugar levels. […] You can take steps to prevent hypoglycemia and optimize your blood sugar. […] Regularly checking your blood glucose levels can help you take action when needed. […] Make sure those around you know what to do if your blood sugar gets dangerously low. […] You can keep a diary of your blood sugar levels, food intake, medications and exercise.

• #120 Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) | University of Iowa Health Care

  https://uihc.org/health-topics/hypoglycemia-low-blood-sugar

  Measure insulin dosage carefully and inject it properly. If you cannot see well, a family member or a visiting nurse can prepare your insulin injections for you. […] Take only the prescribed amount of insulin or oral medication for diabetes that your doctor has ordered. […] Keep exercise consistent from day to day. Eat a snack or reduce your insulin prior to unusual exercise. […] If you are taking insulin, notify your doctor if you have low blood sugars four or more times per week or if you have a severe low blood sugar. Severe low blood sugars are those less than 40 mg., those requiring help from another person, or those which cause you to have a convulsion or become unconscious. […] If you are taking oral medication for your diabetes notify your doctor or nurse if blood sugars are running less than 80 mg. or if you have a severe low blood sugar.

• #121 Diabetic hypoglycemia – Symptoms & causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/diabetic-hypoglycemia/symptoms-causes/syc-20371525

  To help prevent diabetic hypoglycemia: Monitor your blood sugar. Depending on your treatment plan, you may check and record your blood sugar level several times a week or multiple times a day. Careful monitoring is the only way to make sure that your blood sugar level remains within your target range. […] Don’t skip or delay meals or snacks. If you take insulin or oral diabetes medication, be consistent about the amount you eat and the timing of your meals and snacks. […] Adjust your medication or eat additional snacks if you increase your physical activity. The adjustment depends on the blood sugar test results, the type and length of the activity, and what medications you take. Follow your diabetes treatment plan when making adjustments.

• #122 Hypoglycemia – Diagnosis and treatment – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hypoglycemia/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20373689

  If a medication is the cause of your hypoglycemia, your health care provider will likely suggest adding, changing or stopping the medication or adjusting the dosage. […] If you have diabetes and you’re having repeated episodes of hypoglycemia, or if your blood sugar levels are dropping significantly, talk with your health care provider to find out how you might need to change your diabetes treatment plan. […] Provide your diabetes treatment information if you have diabetes. Include the timing and results of recent blood sugar tests, as well as the schedule on which you’ve been taking your medications, if any.

• #123 Diabetic hypoglycemia – Symptoms & causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/diabetic-hypoglycemia/symptoms-causes/syc-20371525

  To help prevent diabetic hypoglycemia: Monitor your blood sugar. Depending on your treatment plan, you may check and record your blood sugar level several times a week or multiple times a day. Careful monitoring is the only way to make sure that your blood sugar level remains within your target range. […] Don’t skip or delay meals or snacks. If you take insulin or oral diabetes medication, be consistent about the amount you eat and the timing of your meals and snacks. […] Adjust your medication or eat additional snacks if you increase your physical activity. The adjustment depends on the blood sugar test results, the type and length of the activity, and what medications you take. Follow your diabetes treatment plan when making adjustments.

• #124 Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) | University of Iowa Health Care

  https://uihc.org/health-topics/hypoglycemia-low-blood-sugar

  Obtain a blood sugar when symptoms occur if you are able. If symptoms are severe, treat the reaction first and then obtain a blood sugar. Do not drive nor operate equipment if you feel your blood sugar is low. […] If your blood sugar drops low enough for you to become unconscious, you must be taken to the hospital and/or treated with glucagon. […] Glucagon is a hormone that causes the blood sugar to rise. It can only be given by injection. It is used to treat a low blood sugar if a person becomes semi-conscious or unconscious due to a severe low blood sugar. Please ask your nurse for instruction on glucagon. Your doctor will need to write a prescription for glucagon so you can have it available at home. […] Do not skip or delay meals. If your diet plan includes snacks, make sure to take these.

• #125 Hypoglycemia: MedlinePlus

  https://medlineplus.gov/hypoglycemia.html

  If you have diabetes and you take insulin or other medicines that lower blood glucose, you can help prevent hypoglycemia if you: […] Follow your diabetes meal plan. Eat and drink enough carbs to keep your blood glucose in your target range. Also carry a source of fast-acting carbohydrate, such as glucose tablets or a juice box, with you in case your blood glucose gets too low.

• #126 Hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar) | NHS inform

  https://www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/blood-and-lymph/hypoglycaemia-low-blood-sugar/

  Always carry rapid-acting carbohydrate with you, such as glucose tablets, a carton of fruit juice (one that contains sugar), or some sweets in case you feel symptoms coming on or your blood glucose level is low. […] If a person loses consciousness because of severe hypoglycaemia, they need to be put into the recovery position and given an injection of the hormone glucagon (if they have an injection kit). […] If you’re able to give a glucagon injection and the person regains consciousness, they should eat some longer-acting carbohydrate food, such as a few biscuits, a cereal bar or a sandwich. […] If you have diabetes, sticking to your medication plan and eating regular meals can help prevent hypoglycaemia. […] Regularly monitoring your blood glucose levels can help you keep your blood glucose as normal and stable as possible, and will help you spot the signs and symptoms of hypoglycaemia quickly. […] If you experience nocturnal hypoglycaemia, you can try: keeping something sugary by your bedside, having a snack before bedtime, such as biscuits and milk, checking your blood glucose levels between 3am and 4am, when hypoglycaemia is most likely to occur.

• #127 Diabetic hypoglycemia – Symptoms & causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/diabetic-hypoglycemia/symptoms-causes/syc-20371525

  To help prevent diabetic hypoglycemia: Monitor your blood sugar. Depending on your treatment plan, you may check and record your blood sugar level several times a week or multiple times a day. Careful monitoring is the only way to make sure that your blood sugar level remains within your target range. […] Don’t skip or delay meals or snacks. If you take insulin or oral diabetes medication, be consistent about the amount you eat and the timing of your meals and snacks. […] Adjust your medication or eat additional snacks if you increase your physical activity. The adjustment depends on the blood sugar test results, the type and length of the activity, and what medications you take. Follow your diabetes treatment plan when making adjustments.

• #128 Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) | University of Iowa Health Care

  https://uihc.org/health-topics/hypoglycemia-low-blood-sugar

  Measure insulin dosage carefully and inject it properly. If you cannot see well, a family member or a visiting nurse can prepare your insulin injections for you. […] Take only the prescribed amount of insulin or oral medication for diabetes that your doctor has ordered. […] Keep exercise consistent from day to day. Eat a snack or reduce your insulin prior to unusual exercise. […] If you are taking insulin, notify your doctor if you have low blood sugars four or more times per week or if you have a severe low blood sugar. Severe low blood sugars are those less than 40 mg., those requiring help from another person, or those which cause you to have a convulsion or become unconscious. […] If you are taking oral medication for your diabetes notify your doctor or nurse if blood sugars are running less than 80 mg. or if you have a severe low blood sugar.

• #129 Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) | University of Iowa Health Care

  https://uihc.org/health-topics/hypoglycemia-low-blood-sugar

  Measure insulin dosage carefully and inject it properly. If you cannot see well, a family member or a visiting nurse can prepare your insulin injections for you. […] Take only the prescribed amount of insulin or oral medication for diabetes that your doctor has ordered. […] Keep exercise consistent from day to day. Eat a snack or reduce your insulin prior to unusual exercise. […] If you are taking insulin, notify your doctor if you have low blood sugars four or more times per week or if you have a severe low blood sugar. Severe low blood sugars are those less than 40 mg., those requiring help from another person, or those which cause you to have a convulsion or become unconscious. […] If you are taking oral medication for your diabetes notify your doctor or nurse if blood sugars are running less than 80 mg. or if you have a severe low blood sugar.

• #130 Diabetic hypoglycemia – Symptoms & causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/diabetic-hypoglycemia/symptoms-causes/syc-20371525

  To help prevent diabetic hypoglycemia: Monitor your blood sugar. Depending on your treatment plan, you may check and record your blood sugar level several times a week or multiple times a day. Careful monitoring is the only way to make sure that your blood sugar level remains within your target range. […] Don’t skip or delay meals or snacks. If you take insulin or oral diabetes medication, be consistent about the amount you eat and the timing of your meals and snacks. […] Adjust your medication or eat additional snacks if you increase your physical activity. The adjustment depends on the blood sugar test results, the type and length of the activity, and what medications you take. Follow your diabetes treatment plan when making adjustments.

• #131 Hypoglycemia | Cedars-Sinai

  https://www.cedars-sinai.org/health-library/diseases-and-conditions/h/hypoglycemia.html

  If left untreated, hypoglycemia can get worse. It can cause confusion, clumsiness, or fainting. Severe hypoglycemia can lead to seizures, coma, and even death. […] To help prevent hypoglycemia, always consider the following if you have diabetes. […] Your healthcare provider can explain which diabetes medicines can cause hypoglycemia. They can also explain how and when to take medicines. […] A registered dietitian can suggest a meal plan that fits your personal preferences and lifestyle. Following this meal plan is important for managing diabetes. […] To help prevent hypoglycemia caused by physical activity, healthcare providers may advise that you: Check your blood sugar before doing any sports, exercise, or other physical activity. […] Drinking alcohol, especially on an empty stomach, can cause hypoglycemia.

• #132 Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Hypoglycemia | Free NURSING.com Courses

  https://nursing.com/lesson/nursing-care-plan-for-hypoglycemia

  If a person is hypoglycemic, what do we need to do? We need to give them some glucose. Remember, if a patient can take anything by mouth, if they’re alert and oriented enough to swallow that it’s best to give them something PO, we want to give them 15 to 20 grams of glucose. Then, we want to recheck in 15 minutes, we can repeat this. If necessary, if they are unstable, they are responsive, then we can give glucagon. Glucagon, and that can be given IM or sub Q. We can also give IV dextrose as necessary as well. […] Education is very important in prevention. How do we prevent hypoglycemia? Remember the patient needs to understand how to prevent being hypoglycemic. They need to ensure that they have adequate food intake. They need to make sure that they have a regular blood glucose check schedule, and they need to limit alcohol consumption.

• #133 Avoiding Nighttime Hypoglycemia | Joslin Diabetes Center

  https://joslin.org/news-stories/all-news-stories/education/2020/03/avoiding-nighttime-hypoglycemia

  Nighttime hypoglycemia can be the result of a number of factors in people with diabetes. It is important to learn what causes hypoglycemia (low glucose) in order to prevent it from happening. […] Having an active day or exercising close to bedtime with diabetes can lower glucose and cause hypoglycemic during sleep or overnight. Other factors that can put you at risk for nighttime hypoglycemia are too much basal (background) insulin or consuming alcohol in the evening. […] Signs that you’ve experienced nighttime hypoglycemia can include: Sweating: waking up with damp clothes/sheets, Waking up with a headache, Having nightmares, Feeling unusually tired in the morning, Waking up with a higher than usual glucose level. […] Check your glucose before going to bed. This could be either with your glucose meter or your continuous glucose monitoring device. Aim for a target of 90-150mg/dl. Know the signs and symptoms of nighttime hypoglycemia. […] If you find yourself experiencing frequent nighttime hypoglycemia you may need to adjust your insulin doses. Speak to your diabetes care team about adjusting your insulin regimen or things that you can do to avoid hypoglycemia whether it be overnight or anytime during the day.

• #134 Hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar) | NHS inform

  https://www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/blood-and-lymph/hypoglycaemia-low-blood-sugar/

  Always carry rapid-acting carbohydrate with you, such as glucose tablets, a carton of fruit juice (one that contains sugar), or some sweets in case you feel symptoms coming on or your blood glucose level is low. […] If a person loses consciousness because of severe hypoglycaemia, they need to be put into the recovery position and given an injection of the hormone glucagon (if they have an injection kit). […] If you’re able to give a glucagon injection and the person regains consciousness, they should eat some longer-acting carbohydrate food, such as a few biscuits, a cereal bar or a sandwich. […] If you have diabetes, sticking to your medication plan and eating regular meals can help prevent hypoglycaemia. […] Regularly monitoring your blood glucose levels can help you keep your blood glucose as normal and stable as possible, and will help you spot the signs and symptoms of hypoglycaemia quickly. […] If you experience nocturnal hypoglycaemia, you can try: keeping something sugary by your bedside, having a snack before bedtime, such as biscuits and milk, checking your blood glucose levels between 3am and 4am, when hypoglycaemia is most likely to occur.

• #135 Avoiding Nighttime Hypoglycemia | Joslin Diabetes Center

  https://joslin.org/news-stories/all-news-stories/education/2020/03/avoiding-nighttime-hypoglycemia

  Nighttime hypoglycemia can be the result of a number of factors in people with diabetes. It is important to learn what causes hypoglycemia (low glucose) in order to prevent it from happening. […] Having an active day or exercising close to bedtime with diabetes can lower glucose and cause hypoglycemic during sleep or overnight. Other factors that can put you at risk for nighttime hypoglycemia are too much basal (background) insulin or consuming alcohol in the evening. […] Signs that you’ve experienced nighttime hypoglycemia can include: Sweating: waking up with damp clothes/sheets, Waking up with a headache, Having nightmares, Feeling unusually tired in the morning, Waking up with a higher than usual glucose level. […] Check your glucose before going to bed. This could be either with your glucose meter or your continuous glucose monitoring device. Aim for a target of 90-150mg/dl. Know the signs and symptoms of nighttime hypoglycemia. […] If you find yourself experiencing frequent nighttime hypoglycemia you may need to adjust your insulin doses. Speak to your diabetes care team about adjusting your insulin regimen or things that you can do to avoid hypoglycemia whether it be overnight or anytime during the day.

• #136 Hypoglycaemia: A Diabetic Emergency | Ausmed

  https://www.ausmed.com/learn/articles/hypoglycaemia-a-diabetes-emergency

  The first step is to check the blood glucose level. Following this, the treatment is always the same: replace low blood glucose with glucose. […] The Rule of 15 effectively treats hypoglycaemia. […] If BGL is under 4 mmol/L and the patient is receiving food orally or by tube: […] If BGL is under 4 mmol/L and the patient is nil by mouth or nil by tube: […] If BGL is under 4 mmol/L and the patient is on an insulin infusion: […] If BGL is under 4 mmol/L and the patient is not conscious or cooperative, is drowsy or is unable to swallow in a subacute setting: […] A cumulative impact of hypoglycaemia exists that can include: […] Its helpful and useful to acknowledge the fears and concerns people with diabetes have towards hypoglycaemia. […] Wearable technology such as continuous glucose monitoring with alarm alerts for low blood glucose levels has significantly reduced the number of hypoglycaemic events by notifying when blood glucose levels reach a specified level.

• #137 Treatment of Low Blood Sugar (Hypoglycemia) | Diabetes | CDC

  https://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/treatment/treatment-low-blood-sugar-hypoglycemia.html

  Blood sugar below 70 mg/dL is considered low. […] Low blood sugar, also known as hypoglycemia, can be very dangerous. […] Its important to know what to do so you can treat low blood sugar immediately. […] If your blood sugar drops below 55 mg/dL, it’s considered severely low. You may not be able to treat it using the 15-15 rule. […] Injectable glucagon is the best way to treat severely low blood sugar. […] Contact a doctor for emergency medical treatment immediately after a glucagon injection. […] One of the best ways to prevent low blood sugar is to frequently monitor. […] It’s important that friends, family, co-workers, caregivers, teachers, and other people you’re often around know how to handle low blood sugar. […] Remember, if your blood sugar is severely low, you may not be awake or able to care for yourself.

• #138 Diabetes Canada | Clinical Practice Guidelines

  https://guidelines.diabetes.ca/cpg/chapter14

  It is important to avoid overtreatment of hypoglycemia, since this can result in rebound hyperglycemia and weight gain. […] Mild-to-moderate hypoglycemia should be treated by the oral ingestion of 15g carbohydrate, preferably as glucose or sucrose tablets or solution. These are preferable to orange juice and glucose gels. […] Severe hypoglycemia in a conscious person with diabetes should be treated by oral ingestion of 20g carbohydrate, preferably as glucose tablets or equivalent. […] Severe hypoglycemia in an unconscious person with diabetes: With no intravenous access: 1mg glucagon should be given subcutaneously or intramuscularly. Caregivers or support persons should call for emergency services and the episode should be discussed with the DHC team as soon as possible. […] Once the hypoglycemia has been reversed, the person should have the usual meal or snack that is due at that time of the day to prevent repeated hypoglycemia. If a meal is 1 hour away, a snack (including 15g carbohydrate and a protein source) should be consumed. […] For people with diabetes at risk of severe hypoglycemia, support persons should be taught how to administer glucagon.

• #139 Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar): Symptoms & Treatment

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/11647-hypoglycemia-low-blood-sugar

  Hypoglycemia requires immediate treatment by eating or drinking sugar/carbohydrates. Severe hypoglycemia can be life-threatening and requires treatment with emergency glucagon and/or medical intervention. […] Severe hypoglycemia is life-threatening. It needs immediate medical treatment. In rare cases, severe hypoglycemia that isn’t treated can result in a coma and/or death. […] Severe hypoglycemia episodes require the use of emergency glucagon. This is a synthetic form of glucagon that you can administer as an injection or nasal powder (dry nasal spray), depending on the type. Synthetic glucagon triggers your liver to release stored glucose, which then raises blood sugar. […] If you have diabetes or another condition that causes hypoglycemia, wear a medical alert necklace or bracelet or carry a medical ID. That way, people know how to help you in case of an emergency. […] Always have emergency glucagon on hand. Educate your loved ones on how and when to use it.

• #140 Hypoglycemia and Diabetes (for Parents) | Nemours KidsHealth

  https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/hypoglycemia.html

  When blood glucose levels (called blood sugar levels) drop too low, it’s called hypoglycemia. For people with diabetes, hypoglycemia happens when blood sugar levels fall below the healthy range set by their doctor. […] Teach your child about the symptoms of low blood sugar and what to do. Even young kids who can’t describe their symptoms can learn to tell an adult when they don’t feel well. Help your child understand that they need treatment when they dont feel well. And explain how to find an adult who can help them. […] If you think your child has hypoglycemia, test it if you can. But if you cant do this quickly, it’s important to treat them right away to prevent symptoms from getting worse. […] When blood sugar levels are low, the goal is to get them back up into the healthy range quickly. Here are the basic steps to follow if your child is alert and awake: Check blood sugar levels if you can to find out if symptoms are from hypoglycemia. If you can’t, don’t delay treating your child’s symptoms. You can always test after treating your child.

• #141 Hypoglycemia and Diabetes (for Parents) | Nemours KidsHealth

  https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/hypoglycemia.html

  When blood glucose levels (called blood sugar levels) drop too low, it’s called hypoglycemia. For people with diabetes, hypoglycemia happens when blood sugar levels fall below the healthy range set by their doctor. […] Teach your child about the symptoms of low blood sugar and what to do. Even young kids who can’t describe their symptoms can learn to tell an adult when they don’t feel well. Help your child understand that they need treatment when they dont feel well. And explain how to find an adult who can help them. […] If you think your child has hypoglycemia, test it if you can. But if you cant do this quickly, it’s important to treat them right away to prevent symptoms from getting worse. […] When blood sugar levels are low, the goal is to get them back up into the healthy range quickly. Here are the basic steps to follow if your child is alert and awake: Check blood sugar levels if you can to find out if symptoms are from hypoglycemia. If you can’t, don’t delay treating your child’s symptoms. You can always test after treating your child.

• #142 Hypoglycemia and Diabetes (for Parents) | Nemours KidsHealth

  https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/hypoglycemia.html

  When blood glucose levels (called blood sugar levels) drop too low, it’s called hypoglycemia. For people with diabetes, hypoglycemia happens when blood sugar levels fall below the healthy range set by their doctor. […] Teach your child about the symptoms of low blood sugar and what to do. Even young kids who can’t describe their symptoms can learn to tell an adult when they don’t feel well. Help your child understand that they need treatment when they dont feel well. And explain how to find an adult who can help them. […] If you think your child has hypoglycemia, test it if you can. But if you cant do this quickly, it’s important to treat them right away to prevent symptoms from getting worse. […] When blood sugar levels are low, the goal is to get them back up into the healthy range quickly. Here are the basic steps to follow if your child is alert and awake: Check blood sugar levels if you can to find out if symptoms are from hypoglycemia. If you can’t, don’t delay treating your child’s symptoms. You can always test after treating your child.

• #143 Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment for Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Glucose) | American Diabetes Association

  https://diabetes.org/living-with-diabetes/hypoglycemia-low-blood-glucose/symptoms-treatment

  It is a good idea to carry fast acting carbs with you wherever you are, as a low can happen at any time. […] Young children usually need less than 15 grams of carbs to treat a low blood glucose. Infants may need 8 grams and small children may need 10 grams – this is individualized. Discuss how many carbs are needed to treat low blood glucose in children with their diabetes care team.

• #144 Hypoglycemia and Diabetes (for Parents) | Nemours KidsHealth

  https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/hypoglycemia.html

  If your child cannot keep down juice or food, cant wake up or is having a seizure, give glucagon right away. Then call 911. Do not give anything by mouth until they are awake and alert. […] Call your diabetes team if your child is having frequent low blood sugars. Their diabetes plan may need to be adjusted to help prevent future episodes. […] Nearly every child with diabetes will have an episode of mild hypoglycemia at times. Rarely, an episode will be a serious emergency. You can help make this less likely, and be ready if it does happen. Here are some tips: Follow your childs diabetes care plan. This is the best way to keep their sugars in a healthy range. […] If you have questions about how to prevent or treat hypoglycemia, or about the diabetes care plan, call your child’s diabetes health care team.

• #145 Hypoglycemia and Diabetes (for Parents) | Nemours KidsHealth

  https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/hypoglycemia.html

  If your child cannot keep down juice or food, cant wake up or is having a seizure, give glucagon right away. Then call 911. Do not give anything by mouth until they are awake and alert. […] Call your diabetes team if your child is having frequent low blood sugars. Their diabetes plan may need to be adjusted to help prevent future episodes. […] Nearly every child with diabetes will have an episode of mild hypoglycemia at times. Rarely, an episode will be a serious emergency. You can help make this less likely, and be ready if it does happen. Here are some tips: Follow your childs diabetes care plan. This is the best way to keep their sugars in a healthy range. […] If you have questions about how to prevent or treat hypoglycemia, or about the diabetes care plan, call your child’s diabetes health care team.

• #146 Hypoglycemia and type 2 diabetes: Link, signs, what to do

  https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/hypoglycemia-and-type-2-diabetes

  People with type 2 diabetes may experience hypoglycemia if their blood sugar levels drop too low. They can treat this by consuming the right amount of suitable types of carbohydrates. However, severe hypoglycemia is a medical emergency. […] Hypoglycemia is most common in people who use insulin, such as those with type 1 diabetes. […] However, people with type 2 diabetes are also increasingly using insulin, which can mean the prevalence of hypoglycemia among this group may be on the rise. […] Individuals need to eat enough carbohydrates to balance their medication and avoid hypoglycemia. They should therefore seek guidance from a healthcare professional about how to reach that balance. […] If a person has symptoms of hypoglycemia, they should check their blood glucose. They can use at-home methods, such as the 15-15 rule, to improve mild hypoglycemia.

• #147 Hypoglycemia Management (Home Health Care)

  https://elsevier.health/en-US/preview/hypoglycemia-management-hhc

  Recheck the patients blood glucose after 15 minutes, and if it is still at or below 70 mg/dl, administer another 15 g of a fast-acting carbohydrate. […] Once blood glucose is above 70 mg/dl, administer a small snack containing a complex carbohydrate, such as cheese and crackers or half of a peanut butter sandwich. […] Once the patient is stable, assess the patients, the familys, and the caregivers knowledge about how to prevent hypoglycemia. Provide education as needed. […] Older adult patients should avoid tightly controlling blood glucose because of the potential for hypoglycemia.

• #148 Hypoglycemia Management (Home Health Care)

  https://elsevier.health/en-US/preview/hypoglycemia-management-hhc

  Recheck the patients blood glucose after 15 minutes, and if it is still at or below 70 mg/dl, administer another 15 g of a fast-acting carbohydrate. […] Once blood glucose is above 70 mg/dl, administer a small snack containing a complex carbohydrate, such as cheese and crackers or half of a peanut butter sandwich. […] Once the patient is stable, assess the patients, the familys, and the caregivers knowledge about how to prevent hypoglycemia. Provide education as needed. […] Older adult patients should avoid tightly controlling blood glucose because of the potential for hypoglycemia.

• #149 Hypoglycaemia | Better Health Channel

  https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/conditionsandtreatments/hypoglycaemia

  Ambulance paramedics have the resources to manage severe hypoglycaemia. […] A GlucaGen Hypokit is used when a person has a severe or unconscious hypo. […] After a severe hypo, once the person is conscious and able to swallow, it is important to replace their used-up energy stores. […] Tell your doctor and diabetes educator that you have had hypoglycaemia, especially if it was severe or is happening more often. […] Checking your blood glucose level more often will help you know if your blood glucose level is dropping again. […] Elderly people may not get the usual warning signs of hypoglycaemia and it may be difficult to detect if they have low blood glucose. […] Always check your blood glucose level before driving. […] If your blood glucose becomes low while you are driving, pull over straight away, and put the hazard lights on. […] In an emergency, always call triple zero (000).

• #150 Management of Severe Hypoglycemia at the End of Life in Non-Diabetic Patients: A Case Study and Recommendations | Gonzalez | Journal of Medical Cases

  https://www.journalmc.org/index.php/JMC/article/view/2260/1626

  We present a case of a patient with metastatic synovial cell sarcoma of the lung with paraneoplastic production of insulin like growth factor (ILG-F) whose main symptom was generalized weakness due to severe hypoglycemia, and we also provide a brief discussion of the management of hypoglycemia at the end of life. […] When blood glucose level falls below 70 mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L), most patients begin to exhibit symptoms of hypoglycemia, both sympathetic (tachycardia, palpitations, diaphoresis, and tremulousness) and parasympathetic (nausea and hunger). […] Hypoglycemia is confirmed by documentation of Whipples triad: symptoms suggesting of hypoglycemia, a low plasma glucose concentration at the time of symptoms and resolution of the symptoms after the plasma glucose level is raised. […] Hypoglycemia at the end of life has not been widely reported in the palliative medicine literature.

• #151 Management of Severe Hypoglycemia at the End of Life in Non-Diabetic Patients: A Case Study and Recommendations | Gonzalez | Journal of Medical Cases

  https://www.journalmc.org/index.php/JMC/article/view/2260/1626

  Hypoglycemia is an event requiring the assistance of another person to actively administer carbohydrates, glucagon, or take other corrective actions. […] Treatment of hypoglycemia at the end of life should be convenient, non-invasive, consistent with the goals of care set by the patient, and should avoid disruption of the individuals care environment. […] In the acute setting, regardless of the etiology, boluses of D50W by intravenous administration, oral glucose paste or glucagon by intramuscular or subcutaneous route may be given. […] Dexamethasone, 4 mg by mouth daily, was added to the treatment regimen. […] We presented a case of a non-diabetic patient who presented with hypoglycemia associated with an ILG-F producing tumor. […] It is possible that based on other reports, the prevalence of this metabolic derangement is greater than suspected and we set out to suggest some management strategies that will surely need further study.

• #152 Management of Severe Hypoglycemia at the End of Life in Non-Diabetic Patients: A Case Study and Recommendations | Gonzalez | Journal of Medical Cases

  https://www.journalmc.org/index.php/JMC/article/view/2260/1626

  Hypoglycemia is an event requiring the assistance of another person to actively administer carbohydrates, glucagon, or take other corrective actions. […] Treatment of hypoglycemia at the end of life should be convenient, non-invasive, consistent with the goals of care set by the patient, and should avoid disruption of the individuals care environment. […] In the acute setting, regardless of the etiology, boluses of D50W by intravenous administration, oral glucose paste or glucagon by intramuscular or subcutaneous route may be given. […] Dexamethasone, 4 mg by mouth daily, was added to the treatment regimen. […] We presented a case of a non-diabetic patient who presented with hypoglycemia associated with an ILG-F producing tumor. […] It is possible that based on other reports, the prevalence of this metabolic derangement is greater than suspected and we set out to suggest some management strategies that will surely need further study.

• #153 Management of Severe Hypoglycemia at the End of Life in Non-Diabetic Patients: A Case Study and Recommendations | Gonzalez | Journal of Medical Cases

  https://www.journalmc.org/index.php/JMC/article/view/2260/1626

  Hypoglycemia is an event requiring the assistance of another person to actively administer carbohydrates, glucagon, or take other corrective actions. […] Treatment of hypoglycemia at the end of life should be convenient, non-invasive, consistent with the goals of care set by the patient, and should avoid disruption of the individuals care environment. […] In the acute setting, regardless of the etiology, boluses of D50W by intravenous administration, oral glucose paste or glucagon by intramuscular or subcutaneous route may be given. […] Dexamethasone, 4 mg by mouth daily, was added to the treatment regimen. […] We presented a case of a non-diabetic patient who presented with hypoglycemia associated with an ILG-F producing tumor. […] It is possible that based on other reports, the prevalence of this metabolic derangement is greater than suspected and we set out to suggest some management strategies that will surely need further study.

• #154 Hypoglycemia – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK534841/

  An interprofessional approach to hypoglycemia is recommended. Adequate interprofessional measures to minimize hypoglycemic events involve participation and effective communication between primary care physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, endocrinologists, diabetes educators, pharmacists, specialty-trained diabetes nurses, the patient’s family, nutritionists or dieticians, and the patient.

• #155 Hypoglycemia – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK534841/

  An interprofessional approach to hypoglycemia is recommended. Adequate interprofessional measures to minimize hypoglycemic events involve participation and effective communication between primary care physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, endocrinologists, diabetes educators, pharmacists, specialty-trained diabetes nurses, the patient’s family, nutritionists or dieticians, and the patient.

• #156 Tips to Prevent Blood Sugar from Dropping at Night

  https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/HealthU/2019/10/10/5-tips-to-prevent-blood-sugar-from-dropping-at-night/

  An individual may frequently wake up in the middle of the night as a result of nighttime hypoglycemia. […] According to Dr. Shah, diabetics are more at risk of being diagnosed with hypoglycemia. However, the expert notes that there are non-diabetics who may be at risk of developing hypoglycemia, including those with carbohydrate sensitivities or those who had undergone gastric bypass surgery. […] We are lucky that in this day and age, we can predict hypoglycemia and prevent it through technology like continuous glucose monitors, explains Dr. Shah.

• #157 Patient education: Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose) in people with diabetes (Beyond the Basics) – UpToDate

  https://www.uptodate.com/contents/hypoglycemia-low-blood-glucose-in-people-with-diabetes-beyond-the-basics

  Hypoglycemia is the medical term for low blood glucose (blood sugar). People with type 1 diabetes who take insulin to manage their blood glucose levels are at risk for getting hypoglycemia. People with type 2 diabetes who take insulin and/or certain other medications (eg, sulfonylureas, meglitinides) can also develop hypoglycemia, although this is generally less common. The frequency of hypoglycemia among people with longstanding type 2 diabetes increases over time, as the body eventually stops making enough insulin. […] To prevent low blood glucose, it is important to monitor your blood glucose levels frequently and be prepared to treat it promptly at any time. Continuous glucose monitoring can help prevent hypoglycemia if you have type 1 diabetes or if you have type 2 diabetes and take insulin or other medication(s) that increases risk for hypoglycemia. Continuous glucose monitoring can alert you to a low or falling blood glucose level so that you can take action to avoid severe hypoglycemia. You and a close friend or relative should learn the symptoms of hypoglycemia and always carry glucose tablets, hard candy, or other sources of fast-acting carbohydrate so you can treat low blood glucose if it does happen.

• #158 Hypoglycaemia: A Diabetic Emergency | Ausmed

  https://www.ausmed.com/learn/articles/hypoglycaemia-a-diabetes-emergency

  The first step is to check the blood glucose level. Following this, the treatment is always the same: replace low blood glucose with glucose. […] The Rule of 15 effectively treats hypoglycaemia. […] If BGL is under 4 mmol/L and the patient is receiving food orally or by tube: […] If BGL is under 4 mmol/L and the patient is nil by mouth or nil by tube: […] If BGL is under 4 mmol/L and the patient is on an insulin infusion: […] If BGL is under 4 mmol/L and the patient is not conscious or cooperative, is drowsy or is unable to swallow in a subacute setting: […] A cumulative impact of hypoglycaemia exists that can include: […] Its helpful and useful to acknowledge the fears and concerns people with diabetes have towards hypoglycaemia. […] Wearable technology such as continuous glucose monitoring with alarm alerts for low blood glucose levels has significantly reduced the number of hypoglycaemic events by notifying when blood glucose levels reach a specified level.

• #159 Tips to Prevent Blood Sugar from Dropping at Night

  https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/HealthU/2019/10/10/5-tips-to-prevent-blood-sugar-from-dropping-at-night/

  An individual may frequently wake up in the middle of the night as a result of nighttime hypoglycemia. […] According to Dr. Shah, diabetics are more at risk of being diagnosed with hypoglycemia. However, the expert notes that there are non-diabetics who may be at risk of developing hypoglycemia, including those with carbohydrate sensitivities or those who had undergone gastric bypass surgery. […] We are lucky that in this day and age, we can predict hypoglycemia and prevent it through technology like continuous glucose monitors, explains Dr. Shah.

• #160 Hypoglycaemia: A Diabetic Emergency | Ausmed

  https://www.ausmed.com/learn/articles/hypoglycaemia-a-diabetes-emergency

  The first step is to check the blood glucose level. Following this, the treatment is always the same: replace low blood glucose with glucose. […] The Rule of 15 effectively treats hypoglycaemia. […] If BGL is under 4 mmol/L and the patient is receiving food orally or by tube: […] If BGL is under 4 mmol/L and the patient is nil by mouth or nil by tube: […] If BGL is under 4 mmol/L and the patient is on an insulin infusion: […] If BGL is under 4 mmol/L and the patient is not conscious or cooperative, is drowsy or is unable to swallow in a subacute setting: […] A cumulative impact of hypoglycaemia exists that can include: […] Its helpful and useful to acknowledge the fears and concerns people with diabetes have towards hypoglycaemia. […] Wearable technology such as continuous glucose monitoring with alarm alerts for low blood glucose levels has significantly reduced the number of hypoglycaemic events by notifying when blood glucose levels reach a specified level.

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