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Someone with diabetes has fainted from a low. Should you try to give them juice?

No. Never give food or drink to someone who has fainted or can't swallow safely.

  1. Yes, pour it in slowly
  2. No, don't give food or drink ✔
  3. Yes, but only plain water

Why: Food or drink is only for someone who is awake and able to swallow. If they fainted or can't swallow safely, use glucagon if it's there and you know how, and call 911.

Huh, didn't know that: Mayo Clinic says family and friends should know where a glucagon kit is kept and how to use it.

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Sources

  1. Mayo Clinic, Hypoglycemia: Diagnosis and Treatment https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hypoglycemia/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20373689
  2. CDC, Treatment of Low Blood Sugar (Hypoglycemia) https://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/treatment/treatment-low-blood-sugar-hypoglycemia.html

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