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Hypoglycemia - Coggle Diagram
Hypoglycemia
medical and nursing interventions and considerations
having insulin ready
having cadies or fast acting sugars ready
noticing signs of hypoglycemia
be aware of patients with diabetes
ask what their normal range is
assesment
irregular heartbeat
pale skin
sweating
shakiness
fatigue
patient education
teach the patient to identify the signs of hypoglycemia
teach patient to avoid hypoglycemia
teach patient to consistently check BSL
suggest the patient keep a sugary snack for a quick fix if needed
medication
insulin
hard candies, fruit juice, sugary things etc.
prevention/ avoiding low BSL
pathophysiology
reduction in plasma glucose
decrease in ability to store glucose