2015 Trumbull Memorial Hospital Demo

Blood Glucose Blood Glucose

Steps

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1. Assess for clinical indications  Diabetic emergency  Altered mental status  Change in mental status from any baseline  Bizarre behavior  Syncope

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 Generalized weakness  Provider’s judgment

2. Gather and prepare equipment

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3. Blood samples for performing glucose analysis should be obtained simultaneously with intravenous access or by finger stick.  Note that a device meant for capillary blood may have a 20% range of inaccuracy with venous samples. If ever unsure, use capillary blood on a capillary meter and venous blood on a venous meter. 4. Place correct amount of blood on reagent strip or site on glucometer per the manufacturer’s instructions.

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5. Time the analysis as instructed by the manufacturer.

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6. Document the glucometer reading (ex. 100mg/dL) and treat the patient as indicated by the analysis and protocol. 7. Repeat glucose analysis as indicated for reassessment after treatment and as per protocol.

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EMR

EMT

AEMT

Paramedic

Extended