A Diabetic Patient Is Alert but Confused

question 57

Multiple Choice

A diabetic patient is alert but confused. You have decided to administer oral glucose. Which one of the following describes how to administer the glucose properly?

• A) Squeeze the glucose under the patient's tongue.
• B) Place the glucose between the patient's cheek and gum.
• C) Use a tongue depressor to place the glucose on the back of the tongue.
• D) Have the patient slowly swallow the glucose.

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