Hyperglycaemia

Question 1

What level is BGL and keytone at to be considered as MILD/MOD Hyperglycaemia

Answer 1

BGL >11-27.8
Keytones 0.6-3mmol/L

Question 2

What level is BGL at to be considered as severe Hyperglycaemia

Answer 2

BGL >27.8
Ketones >3mmol/L

Question 3

S&S of DKA (8)

Answer 3

Alt con state
Kussmnul breathing
Tachypanea
Ketotic breath
Dehydration
^^^ thirst
Abdominal pain
Nausea / vomits

Question 4

Treatment for pt with hyperglycaemia

Answer 4

12 lead
Mica
Saline 1000-2000mls IV over 1 hour if BP > 90