You are treating a patient who has a blood sugar level of 28 mg/dL. You have not been successful in getting IV access. You know this is a problem because:
A) a fluid bolus is needed to flush out excess ketones in the body.
B) cardiac arrest from an electrolyte imbalance is very likely.
C) a significant drop in blood glucose level can quickly lead to brain cell damage.
D) administration of glucose is the only way to raise the blood glucose level.
C
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A. one B. five C. ten D. fifteen
Currently dental products are under the regulation of which government department?
A) Institute of Medicine B) Food and Drug Administration C) Institute of Pharmacy D) American Dental Association E) None of the above
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A) Health insurance must be compulsory for the lower-income three quarters of the population. B) Health insurance must be compulsory for the lower-income two thirds of the population and payments must be proportional to income. C) Health insurance payments and co-pays must be proportional to income. D) Health insurance must be compulsory for the young and healthy as well as the old and infirm.