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Providing the condition on one side, immediate treatment or significant treatment notes on the other side.
Mild hypoglycemia
Administer 10-15g carbs, measure blood glucose, wait 15 min and remeasure
If low —> administer 10-15g more, remeasure in 15 min
If still low —> call EMS
If normal range —> athlete could request snack
Severe hypoglycemia
Activate EMS. Prepare glucagon injection, insert into arm, thigh, glutes. Place athlete in recovery position. May provide food when athlete is conscious AND able to swallo
Hyperglycemia
Test for ketosis. Activity cannot persist if ketones are present.
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