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EMR
EMT
AEMT
Paramedic
Extended
Oral Glucose (Glutose-15)
Action
Onset
Glucose
Improvement typically within 15 minutes
Indications
Hypoglycemia in the alert patient able to swallow
Adult Dose
1 tube (15g of glucose) buccal (between gum and cheek)
Pediatric Dose
1 tube (15g of glucose) buccal
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity, delirium tremens with dehydration, intracranial hemorrhage, inability to swallow.
Adverse Reactions
Airway compromise if solution enters the glottic opening
Precautions
Make sure the patient is capable of swallowing the solution to protect their own airway
Considerations
Consider alternate oral nutrition, such as sugary drinks, or cake frosting. Keep patient food allergies in mind.
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