Medical Emergencies · single question
A patient presents with sweating and irritability. What should you do NEXT?
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Correct answer: B. Give glucose tablets/orange juice
Sweating and irritability are classic signs of HYPOGLYCEMIA (low blood sugar). Management: conscious patient → give oral glucose (glucose tablets, orange juice, candy). Memory aid: 'cold and clammy, give some candy.' Insulin would worsen hypoglycemia. 911 is for unconscious patients. BP check is not priority here — treat the hypoglycemia first.
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