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Phase 3 AMS
Altered Mental Status
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Be aware of ___ as presenting sign of an enviromental toxin or Haz-Mat exposure and and protect personal safety | AMS |
| It is safer to assume ______ if doubt exists . Recheck BGL after ___ or ____ | Hypoglycemia ; D50 , Glucagon |
| Alcoholics frequently develop ____ | Hypoglycemia |
| DO NOT give ___ ____ if Pt. can not protect there own airway | Oral Glucose |
| Only administer ______ if there is probable cause for an opiate overdose with resp. depression ...Max ? | Narcan ; 8mg |
| Differential Diagnosis | Head trauma , CNS, Cardiac, Infection, Thyroid, Shock, Diabetes, Toxicological, Acidosis, Enviromental, Pulmonary, Electrolyte, Psychiatric |
| If BGL is under 60 or over 250 follow ?? | Glycemic Protocol |
| BGL 60-250 ??? | Consider Narcan 2mg IV q 3min Max 8mg |