The nurse teaches a family member to use a glucagon emergency injection for an unconscious adult with severe h…

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The nurse teaches a family member to use a glucagon emergency injection for an unconscious adult with severe hypoglycemia. Which statement by the family member shows correct understanding?

Accepted Answer

Option 4: I will inject it, turn the person onto the side, and call emergency services now.

After glucagon is injected, the unconscious person should be turned onto the side because vomiting can occur, and emergency medical help should be called immediately. Nothing should be given by mouth until the person is awake and able to swallow.

Answer

Option 1: I will give the injection and wait 30 minutes before calling for emergency help.

Answer

Option 2: I will give the medication by mouth and keep the person flat on the back.

Answer

Option 3: I will call for help only if a second injection fails after 15 minutes.

The nurse teaches a family member to use a glucagon emergency injection for an unconscious adult with severe hypoglycemia. Which statement by the family member shows correct understanding?

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The nurse teaches a family member to use a glucagon emergency injection for an unconscious adult with severe hypoglycemia. Which statement by the family member shows correct understanding?

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