Hypoglycemia

Urgent

Low blood sugar symptoms during or after infusion.

Protocol Steps

  1. 1

    Stop the infusion

  2. 2

    Check blood glucose if glucometer is available — if not available, treat based on symptoms and history

  3. 3

    If patient is conscious and can swallow: give something sugary — juice, regular soda, a cookie, or candy

  4. 4

    Recheck symptoms after 15 minutes — give more if not improved

  5. 5

    If no improvement, call Medical Director

  6. 6

    If patient loses consciousness, call 911 immediately

  7. 7

    Place unconscious patient in recovery position

  8. 8

    Do not give food or liquid to unconscious patient

  9. 9

    Document what was given and how patient responded