Question 23 (part 2) · LEK · Emergencies and acute complications
A 52-year-old male patient and of 80 kg body weight, staying in the Accident and Emergency Department suddenly lost consciousness. Capillary blood glucose level – 31 mg/dL was measured, based on previous medical history. 20% Glucosum 10 ml ampoules are available in the Accident and Emergency Department. The emergency procedure involves intravenous administration of:
- A. 1.6 mg.
- B. 16 mg.
- C. 16,000 mg.
- D. 2 g.
- E. 500 g.
Hint
Use roughly 0.2 g of glucose per kilogram for severe hypoglycaemia, then convert grams into milligrams.
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