When checking a patient’s fingerstick blood glucose level, the nurse obtains a reading of 42 mg/dL. The patient is awake but states he feels a bit “cloudy-headed.” After double-checking the patient’s glucose level and getting the same reading, which action by the nurse is most appropriate? a) Administer two packets of table sugar.b )Administer oral glucose in the form of a semisolid gel.c) Administer 50% dextrose IV push.d )Administer the morning dose of lispro insulin

When checking a patient’s fingerstick blood glucose level, the nurse obtains a reading of 42 mg/dL. The patient is awake but states he feels a bit “cloudy-headed.” After double-checking the patient’s glucose level and getting the same reading, which action by the nurse is most appropriate? a) Administer two packets of table sugar.b )Administer oral glucose in the form of a semisolid gel.c) Administer 50% dextrose IV push.d )Administer the morning dose of lispro insulin

Curren'S Math For Meds: Dosages & Sol

11th Edition

ISBN:9781305143531

Author:CURREN

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Chapter15: Adult And Pediatric Dosages Based On Body Weight

Section: Chapter Questions

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