A 16-year-old female with a history of diabetes is found unconscious in a high school bathroom following volleyball practice. She is tachycardic; has cool, clammy skin; is lethargic; is slightly combative; and is very confused. She is most likely experiencing:

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The symptoms and history of diabetes in a young person suggest hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar. The tachycardia, cool clammy skin, lethargy, confusion, and slightly combative behavior are all signs of hypoglycemia. Prompt treatment with glucose (such as juice or candy) is necessary.

A 16-Year-Old Female with a History of Diabetes Is Found