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Hypoglycaemia management — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A man with type 1 diabetes is sweating, shaking and confused in the pharmacy. His capillary glucose is 3.1 mmol/L and he can swallow. What is the most appropriate action?

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Correct answer: B — Give fast-acting carbohydrate and recheck glucose after 10 to 15 minutes

Mild to moderate hypoglycaemia in a conscious person able to swallow should be treated with fast-acting carbohydrate. Glucose should be rechecked and followed by longer-acting carbohydrate if needed. The other options either delay appropriate care, use an unsuitable medicine, or miss the main safety issue.

Reference: NICE CKS; BNF