Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) is an emergency that must be treated immediately. Without treatment, a low blood sugar may progress to unconsciousness and convulsions.
The risk of low blood sugars can be reduced by:
Providing extra snacks for extra activity (consult exercise guide and/or dietitian)
Eating immediately after taking insulin if the blood sugar is less than 100 mg/dl (5.5 mmol/l)
Eating an extra snack of carbohydrate and protein if the blood sugar is less than 120 mg/dl (6.7 mmol/l) at bedtime
Replacing carbohydrates in the meal plan with things like regular pop, regular popsicles on sick days
Using an insulin pump or Lantus instead of a traditional Regular/NPH insulin regimen
Treatment should be given whenever the blood sugar drops below 70 mg/dl (3.9 mmol/l) or symptoms are present.
Last Updated: miércoles octubre 21, 2009 06:49:14
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