Question

A client with Addison's disease has a blood glucose level above 80 mg/dL 30 minutes after receiving 15 g of carbohydrates for symptoms of hypoglycemia. Which of the following would the nurse do now?
A) Inform the physician immediately.
B) Give the client milk and graham crackers.
C) Instruct the client to remain in bed.
D) Check the client's blood glucose level before each meal.

Answer 1

Give the client milk and graham crackers.

Explanation:

• The client should be given milk and graham crackers.
• Milk and graham have a type of carbohydrate which will take a longer time to be absorbed and they will main the blood glucose level for a longer time.
• Hypoglycemia is a condition when your blood sugar level or glucose level is less than normal. It is a common symptom with people having Addison's disease.
• Then the patient may be asked to remain in bed for further investigation.