Physiological IntegrityQuestion 62 of 120
A client with diabetes reports shakiness, sweating, and dizziness. The blood glucose is 55 mg/dL. What should the LPN/LVN do first?
a.Administer the client's evening insulin dose
b.Give 15 grams of a fast-acting carbohydrate
c.Encourage the client to rest until symptoms pass
d.Withhold all food and recheck in one hour
Explanation
Symptoms and a glucose of 55 mg/dL indicate hypoglycemia, treated with 15 grams of fast-acting carbohydrate and rechecking in 15 minutes. Giving insulin would worsen hypoglycemia. Prompt treatment prevents progression to severe hypoglycemia.
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