What are the perimeteres for treatment of hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia?

Question

I am attempting to write a Nursing home policy and want to get the correct information.

Answer 1

I am not a nurse, just a diabetic that was hypoglycemic and then switched.

For treatment of hyperglycemia (also known as diabetes or high blood sugar), I would direct you to the American Diabetes Association website. It can be treated by oral hypoglycemics, or in the more advanced cases, by insulin, orally or injected.

For treatment of hypoglycemia (also known as low blood sugar), as far as I know, there is no medical treatment. Nutritional balanced meals that are low in natural and artificial sugar are the only way I have read to control this condition. Also balanced snacks are essential - making the small meals 6 times a day, a viable suggestion.

For basic information about low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) please visit www.hufa.org.

Answer 2

high sugar levels- if type 1 give more insulin only a few extra units if type 2 i have no idea maybe give lots of water and give the doctor a call??

low levels both type 1 and type 2 give soft drinks lollies anything with fast acting glucose usually fruit works but can sometimes be alittle slower also give carbs to use as the llong acting sugars.

if they are really low and the diabtetic is unconcious use the glucose injection and call the ambos pronto!!

Answer 3

Consult your physician on staff. The American Diabetes Association may also be able to give you some guidelines.

Answer 4

hypoglycemia-first aid: a teaspoon of sugar, sweetie