A 58-year-old diabetic male presents with a blood glucose of 2.1 mmol/L. He is conscious but confused and unable to swallow safely. He has no IV acces...

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A 58-year-old diabetic male presents with a blood glucose of 2.1 mmol/L. He is conscious but confused and unable to swallow safely. He has no IV access despite two attempts. What is the next best route for glucose administration?

Accepted Answer

Intramuscular glucagon 1 mg

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Buccal glucose gel forced between the cheek and gum

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Rectal glucose gel

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Intraosseous 10% dextrose

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Sublingual glucose

uk-dipimc MCQ (SBA): Hypoglycaemia Management

A 58-year-old diabetic male presents with a blood glucose of 2.1 mmol/L. He is conscious but confused and unable to swallow safely. He has no IV access despite two attempts. What is the next best route for glucose administration?