Question

which of the following would be a contraindication for giving oral glucose?

unconsciousness.
history of stroke.
prior heart attacks.
difficulty speaking.

Explanation:

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Identify the clinical requirements for oral glucose administration

Using the Oral Glucose Contraindications knowledge point

To safely administer oral glucose, a patient must meet specific criteria:

1. Have an altered mental status with a history of diabetes.
2. Be conscious and alert enough to swallow and protect their own airway.

Evaluate the options against contraindications

Using the Oral Glucose Contraindications knowledge point

• Unconsciousness: An unconscious patient cannot swallow or protect their airway, creating a severe risk of aspiration. This is an absolute contraindication.
• History of stroke: A past medical history of stroke is not a contraindication unless the patient currently has an altered mental status and cannot swallow.
• Prior heart attacks: A history of myocardial infarction does not affect the ability to swallow or metabolize oral glucose safely.
• Difficulty speaking: Dysphasia or difficulty speaking is not a contraindication on its own, provided the patient is conscious, coherent, and able to swallow safely.

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<mcq-correct>Unconsciousness.</mcq-correct>
<mcq-option>History of stroke.</mcq-option>
<mcq-option>Prior heart attacks.</mcq-option>
<mcq-option>Difficulty speaking.</mcq-option>
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Identify the clinical requirements for oral glucose administration

Using the Oral Glucose Contraindications knowledge point

To safely administer oral glucose, a patient must meet specific criteria:

1. Have an altered mental status with a history of diabetes.
2. Be conscious and alert enough to swallow and protect their own airway.

Evaluate the options against contraindications

Using the Oral Glucose Contraindications knowledge point

• Unconsciousness: An unconscious patient cannot swallow or protect their airway, creating a severe risk of aspiration. This is an absolute contraindication.
• History of stroke: A past medical history of stroke is not a contraindication unless the patient currently has an altered mental status and cannot swallow.
• Prior heart attacks: A history of myocardial infarction does not affect the ability to swallow or metabolize oral glucose safely.
• Difficulty speaking: Dysphasia or difficulty speaking is not a contraindication on its own, provided the patient is conscious, coherent, and able to swallow safely.

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<mcq-correct>Unconsciousness.</mcq-correct>
<mcq-option>History of stroke.</mcq-option>
<mcq-option>Prior heart attacks.</mcq-option>
<mcq-option>Difficulty speaking.</mcq-option>
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