Adult Protocol - 13 - Decreased Consciousness

Question 1

Assessment of the ALOC pt should include:

Answer 1

• BGL
• S/S of OD/poisoning (incl. pupil assessment)
• Stroke scale

Question 2

For the hypoglycemic patient, what is administered?

Answer 2

• up to 25 g IV dextrose (0.5 gm/kg)

- up to 1 gm glucagon (0.1 mg/kg)