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TROUBLESHOOTING |
Hypoglycemia
Never leave a person who is hypoglycemic unattended!
Important Notes: Make sure your blood glucose is at least 100mg/dL before driving or working with dangerous machinery or equipment. Even if you cannot check BG, do not wait to treat
symptoms of hypoglycemia. Avoid hypoglycemia unawareness by checking your BG more frequently.
The above general guidelines are drawn from Joslin Diabetes Center. For further guidance please consult with your healthcare provider for individualized advice.
Mild to Moderate Hypoglycemia Symptoms
Verify and Check BG Level
BG less than 70 mg/dL
Treat with 15 grams of
carbohydrate*
Recheck BG in 15 mins
BG less than 50 mg/dL
Treat with 30 grams of
carbohydrate*
Recheck BG in 15 – 20 mins
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If BG remains low after repeated treatments, notify your
healthcare provider immediately and/or go to the nearest
emergency room.
If BG is less than 80 mg/dL or
symptoms persist repeat above steps
†
If BG is greater than 80 mg/dL
Follow with a meal or snack
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If next meal/snack is 30 mins away, take additional 15 grams of carbohydrate
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If next meal/snack is 60 mins away, take an additional 30 grams of carbohydrate
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Shakiness
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Fatigue
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Hunger
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Unexplained sweating
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Cold, clammy skin
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Weakness
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Blurred vision
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Headache
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Rapid heartbeat
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Confusion
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Tingling
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Anxiety
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Drowsiness
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Dizziness
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Personality change
HYPOGLYCEMIA
Blood Glucose (BG) < 70 mg/dL or ≤ 80 mg/dL with Symptoms
Always follow your healthcare provider’s guidelines. The below guidelines are derived from The Joslin Diabetes Center’s
recommendations and may differ from your own healthcare providers guidelines.
