A patient with hypoglycemia will have a blood glucose level:
A) Below 60 mg/dL
B) Between 60 and 120 mg/dL
C) Between 120 and 180 mg/dL
D) Above 180 mg/dL
Ans: A
Feedback: A blood glucose level below 60 mg/dL is considered hypoglycemic. A normal blood glucose level is between 60 and 120 mg/dL. Above 120 mg/dL indicates hyperglycemia.
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