Emt Oral Glucose

Oral Glucose Temple College EMS Professions Names   Insta-glucose Glutose Action Raises blood sugar levels Supplied As Glucose Paste Indications  Altered level of consciousness Anxiety Agitation Lethargy Unusual behavior   History of diabetes or other possible cause of hypoglycemia Able to swallow medication Contraindications   Unable to protect airway Unable to swallow Dosage    Full contents of tube Squeeze onto tongue depressor Place between cheek, gum Allow to dissolve, or Instruct patient to swallow Precautions   Monitor level of consciousness Gel may cause airway obstruction, or be aspirated