A diabetic patient is NPO for an upper GI exam.While waiting for the radiologist to arrive,the patient complains of feeling lightheaded,and you notice the patient is trembling.What is indicated,and what should be done?
A) Hypoglycemic shock; patient should be given sugar in form of candy or orange juice.
B) Hyperglycemic shock; patient should be given sugar in form of candy or orange juice.
C) Hypoglycemic shock; patient should be given insulin injection.
D) Hyperglycemic shock; patient should be given insulin injection.

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Diabetic patients are at an increased risk for hypoglycemic shock as a result of not eating enough food in preparation for an exam of the GI tract or other special procedure.The symptoms must be rapidly recognized,and the patient should be given sugar in the form of candy or orange juice to raise the glucose level quickly.

A Diabetic Patient Is NPO for an Upper GI Exam