A patient with a history of diabetes is found confused, diaphoretic, and trembling. Blood glucose reads 42 mg/dL. The patient cannot swallow safely. What is the best treatment?
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A
Administer oral glucose gel under the tongue
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B
Administer 25 g of 50% dextrose (D50) IV
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C
Give glucagon 1 mg IM and transport
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D
Apply a glucose patch and monitor