2015 Trumbull Memorial Hospital Demo

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EMR EMT AEMT Paramedic Extended
Blood Glucose
Steps Performed?
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1. Assess for clinical indications
 Diabetic emergency
 Altered mental status
 Change in mental status from any baseline
 Bizarre behavior
 Syncope
 Generalized weakness
 Provider’s judgment
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2. Gather and prepare equipment ☐ ☐
3. Blood samples for performing glucose analysis should be obtained simultaneously with
intravenous access or by finger stick.
 Note that a device meant for capillary blood may have a 20% range of inaccuracy with
venous samples. If ever unsure, use capillary blood on a capillary meter and venous blood on
a venous meter.
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4. Place correct amount of blood on reagent strip or site on glucometer per the
manufacturer’s instructions.
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5. Time the analysis as instructed by the manufacturer. ☐ ☐
6. Document the glucometer reading (ex. 100mg/dL) and treat the patient as indicated by
the analysis and protocol.
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7. Repeat glucose analysis as indicated for reassessment after treatment and as per
protocol.
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Blood Glucose