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Author: Mompoint-Williams, Darnell, Watts, Penni I., and Appel, Susan J.
Subjects: *BLOOD sugar analysis, *DIABETES complications, *HYPOGLYCEMIA treatment, *BLOOD sugar monitoring, *DIABETES, *PEOPLE with diabetes, *CARBOHYDRATE content of food, *GLUCAGON, *GLUCOSE, *METABOLIC regulation, *HYPOGLYCEMIA, *NURSE practitioners, *NURSING specialties, *PATIENT education, *SEVERITY of illness index, *SYMPTOMS, *DIAGNOSIS, *PREVENTION
Abstract: The article discusses aspects on the diagnosis and treatment of hypoglycemia in patients with diabetes. It states that hypoglycemia is a potential risk factor that can develop in patients with diabetes mellitus (DM). It mentions that it can be classified in three categories such as mild, moderate, and severe. Moreover, adequate information and proper orientation on the common causes and risk factors can help in mitigating the risk of hypoglycemia in patients with diabetes.
Published: 2013
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Author: Mompoint-Williams, Darnell, Watts, Penni I., and Appel, Susan J.
Subjects: *HYPOGLYCEMIA treatment, *BLOOD sugar, *BLOOD sugar monitoring, *DIABETES, *CARBOHYDRATE content of food, *GLUCAGON, *GLUCOSE, *INTRAVENOUS therapy, *HYPOGLYCEMIA, *METABOLIC regulation, *NURSING practice, *ORAL drug administration, *PATIENT education, *HEALTH self-care, *DISEASE complications, *SYMPTOMS, *DIAGNOSIS, *PREVENTION
Abstract: The article discusses the main aspects that nurses need to keep in mind while detecting and treating hypoglycemia in patients with diabetes, which normally occurs in those taking insulin, sulfonylurea, or a meglitinide. The mild, moderate or severe signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia are described. The important things that need to be kept in mind for the treatment of hypoglycemia in diabetic patients including monitoring blood glucose levels and teaching patients the Rule of 15 are highlighted. INSET: Follow the rules.
Published: 2012
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