A 5-year-old female presents with an altered mental status. Her mother states that her daughter did not eat lunch and has been playing outside all day. After ensuring a patent airway and administering oxygen, you should:
A. apply an AED and continue to assess.
B. start an IV and administer Narcan.
C. administer 4 mL/kg of 25% dextrose.
D. obtain a blood glucose reading.
Answer: D. obtain a blood glucose reading.
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
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