The client received lispro (Humalog) insulin with breakfast. Two hours later, the client experiences confusion, sweating, and dizziness. Why are these symptoms occurring?
1. The client is experiencing hyperglycemia.
2. The client is experiencing an allergic reaction to lispro (Humalog).
3. The client is experiencing a myocardial infarction.
4. The client is experiencing hypoglycemia.
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Rationale 1: These are symptoms of hypoglycemia.
Rationale 2: These are symptoms of hypoglycemia.
Rationale 3: These are symptoms of hypoglycemia.
Rationale 4: Signs of hypoglycemia include the sudden onset of pale, cool, and moist skin; confusion; mild tremors; and dizziness.
Global Rationale: Signs of hypoglycemia include the sudden onset of pale, cool, and moist skin; confusion; mild tremors; and dizziness. The symptoms do not indicate hyperglycemia, an allergic reaction, or a myocardial infarction.
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