Question

question #10

in most ems systems, what drug is the emt allowed to give to the patient who is hypoglycemic and symptomatic?

aspirin.
oral glucose.
epinephrine.
nitroglycerin.

Explanation:

Identify the clinical presentation

Using the Hypoglycemia Pathophysiology knowledge point
The patient is presenting with symptomatic hypoglycemia (low blood glucose accompanied by clinical symptoms such as confusion, diaphoresis, or shakiness).

Determine the appropriate EMT intervention

Using the Oral Glucose Indications knowledge point
For a patient with symptomatic hypoglycemia who is conscious and able to swallow, the standard protocol in most EMS systems allows an EMT to administer oral glucose to rapidly elevate blood glucose levels.

Evaluate the other options

• Aspirin: Used primarily for patients experiencing chest pain suggestive of an acute coronary syndrome.
• Epinephrine: Used for severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) or cardiac arrest.
• Nitroglycerin: Used for patients with chest pain of cardiac origin (with specific blood pressure parameters).

Answer:

• (A) Aspirin.

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• (C) Epinephrine.
• (D) Nitroglycerin.