Flash. Endo Glucose-elevating agents

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Flashcard# 1 Endo Glucose-elevating

What is the primary indication for the use of glucose-elevating agents?

They are primarily used to treat hypoglycemia or low blood sugar levels.

Flashcard# 2 Endo Glucose-elevating

What side effect can occur if intravenous glucose is infused too rapidly?

Hyperglycemia or high blood sugar.

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Which potential side effect involves the infusion site when administering intravenous glucose?

Thrombophlebitis or inflammation of the vein.

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What precaution should be taken when giving glucose to a patient with a known intracranial hemorrhage?

Rapid administration can exacerbate cerebral edema, so it should be given slowly and cautiously.

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Before administering a glucose-elevating agent, what symptom should the healthcare provider confirm is present in the patient?

Neurological impairment consistent with hypoglycemia.

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How should oral glucose gel be administered to an unconscious patient?

It shouldn't be. Unconscious patients are at risk of aspiration. Instead, IV glucose or intramuscular glucagon should be considered.

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If intravenous access is not available and a patient is unconscious due to severe hypoglycemia, what alternative glucose-elevating medication can be administered?

Glucagon can be given intramuscularly or subcutaneously.

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After administering a glucose-elevating agent, what should the nurse monitor for to ensure the patient's safety?

The nurse should monitor blood glucose levels and the patient's neurological status to ensure a return to baseline.

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What teaching is essential for patients who have experienced hypoglycemia and are at risk of recurrent episodes?

Patients should be educated about the symptoms of hypoglycemia, its potential triggers, and the importance of having a source of rapid-acting sugar available at all times.

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If a patient's hypoglycemia recurs after administering a glucose-elevating agent, what action should the nurse take?

The nurse should re-administer the glucose-elevating agent as needed and consider providing a snack with protein and complex carbohydrates to help stabilize blood sugar levels.

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