An Alert but Confused Diabetic Patient Is Complaining of Weakness

question 13

Multiple Choice

An alert but confused diabetic patient is complaining of weakness. Your service carries oral glucose, which has been authorized through off-line medical direction. In this case you should:

• A) contact the patient's primary care physician.
• B) transport for further evaluation in the hospital.
• C) contact medical direction for authorization.
• D) prepare and administer the oral glucose.

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