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wenmo

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After you administer oral glucose to a diabetic patient, his level of conscious deteriorates and he becomes unresponsive with snoring respirations. Which one of the following actions should you take immediately?
 
  A) Administer half a second tube of glucose.
  B) Provide high-concentration oxygen.
  C) Administer a full second dose of oral glucose.
  D) Manage the airway.

Question 2

The MOST common problems faced by tracheostomy patients include ___________________ ______ of the airway by ___________________ ______ and a dislodged ___________________ ______.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with correct word



skipfourms123

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Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

blockage, mucus, cannula



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