Medical, OB/GYNQuestion 77 of 100
Cool, clammy skin in a diabetic patient with a rapid onset of altered mental status most often indicates:
a.High blood sugar
b.Normal condition
c.Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)
d.Dehydration only
Explanation
Hypoglycemia commonly causes cool, clammy, sweaty skin with rapid onset of altered mental status. If the patient can swallow, oral glucose is indicated.
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