The nurse discussed treatment of hypoglycemia with an adolescent. Which statement by the adolescent leads the nurse to determine the patient understood the instructions?
a. "When my blood glucose is low or if I begin to feel hungry and weak, I will eat six LifeSavers."
b. "When my blood glucose is low or if I begin to feel hungry and weak, I will give myself Lispro insulin."
c. "When my blood glucose is low or if I begin to feel hungry and weak, I will have a slice of cheese."
d. "When my blood glucose is low or if I begin to feel hungry and weak, I will drink a diet soda."
ANS: A
The immediate treatment of hypoglycemia consists of administering sugar in some form such as orange juice, hard candy, or a commercial product. Cheese will eventually raise the blood glucose, but not as quickly as candy.
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