Medical, OB/GYNQuestion 59 of 100
A diabetic patient who is conscious, able to swallow, and has an altered mental status with likely low blood sugar should receive:
a.Oral glucose
b.Activated charcoal
c.Aspirin
d.Nitroglycerin
Explanation
A conscious diabetic with a protected airway and suspected hypoglycemia is treated with oral glucose. The patient must be able to swallow and protect the airway to receive anything by mouth.
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